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R913 FGC

1997 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

105,301 mi
Last recorded105,301 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2012
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR913 FGC
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2012 105,301 miles

Exhaust mounting insecure...Slight play o/s/f anti-roll bar link...Engine oil leaks...Hand brake could need adjustment...

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 13 Sep 2012 105,299 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Exhaust mounting insecure...Slight play o/s/f anti-roll bar link...Engine oil leaks...Hand brake could need adjustment...

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Jan 2011 100,215 miles

offside front bumper damage

Pass 11 May 2010 96,470 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both rear tyres cracked on side walls

Fail 11 May 2009 91,552 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 May 2009 91,552 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 May 2008 85,912 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2007 77,293 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 77,293 miles

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Fail 15 Mar 2006 70,479 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Mar 2006 70,479 miles

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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R913 FGC is a 1997 Saab 900 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 R913 FGC, 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 R913 FGC registered?

R913 FGC is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 13 November 1997.

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