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R917 AAC

1997 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

150,433 mi
Last recorded150,433 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2015
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR917 AAC
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2015 150,433 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 143,519 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 134,478 miles

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

offside rear tyre worn unevenly

Pass 29 Sep 2012 126,738 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 117,013 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2010 110,692 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 109,201 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear tyres HEAVILY PERISHED AND CRACKED

corrosion to both front shock absorbers

corrosion to both rear brake discs

corrosion to nearside rear floor pan,and nearside rear inner wheel arch at top shock absorber mount

cut to offside rear tyre inner sidewall not deep enough to reach cords

nearside rear tyre worn inner edge

offside rear inner sidelight not working

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 24 Jun 2008 108,411 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/f tyre perished and cracked excessively

n/s/r tyre perished

o/s/f tyre cracked and perrished

o/s/r tyre perished and cracked excessively and cut on the inner side wall

Fail 8 May 2007 106,666 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front suspension shock absorber struts have serface corrosion

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

rear brake discs have surface corrosion

rear brakes are slightly in inbalanced

Pass 8 May 2007 106,666 miles

front suspension shock absorber struts have serface corrosion

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

rear brake discs have surface corrosion

rear brakes are slightly in inbalanced

Pass 20 Feb 2006 106,145 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

exhaust system starting to corrode in places

nearside front tyre close to limits on outer edge

offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

offside front wheel slightly buckled

offside rear brake disc starting to corrode

Fail 16 Feb 2006 106,143 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

exhaust system starting to corrode in places

nearside front tyre close to limits on outer edge

offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

offside front wheel slightly buckled

offside rear brake disc starting to corrode

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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R917 AAC is a 1997 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R917 AAC, 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 R917 AAC registered?

R917 AAC is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is R917 AAC safe to buy?

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