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R901 EGJ

1997 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

89,073 mi
Last recorded89,073 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2011
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR901 EGJ
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2011 89,073 miles

Oil leak

drivers washer jet 50% working

rear exhaust heat shield insecure.

Pass 3 Mar 2010 80,052 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 79,347 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 77,514 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 75,234 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 72,622 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 72,622 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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R901 EGJ is a 1997 Saab 900 in Black 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 R901 EGJ, 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

How do I check the history of R901 EGJ?

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What year was R901 EGJ registered?

R901 EGJ is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R901 EGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R901 EGJ 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.

Does R901 EGJ have outstanding finance?

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