MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
146,081 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
airbag warning light indicates a fault
nearside rear wheel arch corroded
Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
airbag warning light indicates a fault
nearside rear wheel arch corroded
airbag light illuminated on dash clocks
battery insecure
battery warning lamp on dash illuminated
front dipped beam aims becoming weak
fuel cap starting to break up
nearside rear 1/4 glass smashed
temprature gauge appears inoperative
Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside Rear Lower Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
airbag light illuminated on dash clocks
battery insecure
battery warning lamp on dash illuminated
front dipped beam aims becoming weak
fuel cap starting to break up
just after emmisions test the vehicle overheated - no warning - temprature gauge appears inoperative
nearside rear 1/4 glass smashed
Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS
Advise - Air Bag Light ON.
Advise - Battery Insecure.
Advise - Battery Light ON.
Advise - O/S/F Wiper Blade Worn.
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
nsr tyre nailed
How Reliable is the Saab 900?
Based on 358,142 MOT tests across 40,566 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R908 XNE is a 1997 Saab 900 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 R908 XNE, 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.
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What year was R908 XNE registered?
R908 XNE is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 6 August 1997.
Is R908 XNE safe to buy?
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