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R906 SJB

1998 Saab 900

Purple Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

120,471 mi
Last recorded120,471 miles
Recorded on29 May 2014
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR906 SJB
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2014 120,471 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 112,702 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 104,871 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 99,195 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 99,195 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 91,219 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 83,569 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 72,589 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 60,871 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 52,645 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 52,645 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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R906 SJB is a 1998 Saab 900 in Purple with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1998 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 100,828 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 R906 SJB, 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 28 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 R906 SJB?

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What year was R906 SJB registered?

R906 SJB is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R906 SJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R906 SJB shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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