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R900 PLS

1997 Saab 900

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

106,362 mi
Last recorded106,362 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2011
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR900 PLS
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2011 106,362 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

slight play both front strut top mounts

Pass 9 Jul 2010 105,041 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 103,450 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 101,644 miles

Battery insecure

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

flexi hose metal ferrules corroded

knocking noise from vehicle under load

n/s front inner wing slightly corroded

Pass 23 Jun 2007 99,209 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2007 99,209 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Battery insecure

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brakes grinding on application

n/s door miiror rear cowling insecure

Pass 27 Feb 2006 88,487 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Saab 900?

Based on 358,142 MOT tests across 40,566 vehicles.

67.7%
Pass Rate
3,962
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
40,566
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16,771
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,261
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 13,034
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 11,409
position lamp(s) not working 11,155
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R900 PLS is a 1997 Saab 900 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 103,926 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16,771 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R900 PLS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 900 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 29 years old, this Saab 900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R900 PLS registered?

R900 PLS is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R900 PLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R900 PLS shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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