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R921 CUA

1997 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

52,447 mi
Last recorded52,447 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR921 CUA
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 52,447 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2025 52,314 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 52,155 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 51,986 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 51,750 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded at securing clip (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 26 Jul 2022 51,750 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded at securing clip (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 51,614 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2021 51,612 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 51,481 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 21 Jul 2020 51,481 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 51,371 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 50,965 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 50,694 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2016 50,288 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 50,212 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 49,238 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 49,086 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 49,086 miles

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 48,827 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 48,826 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 48,511 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 48,416 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 48,416 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 48,723 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 47,511 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 45,778 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 41,332 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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R921 CUA is a 1997 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R921 CUA, 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 R921 CUA?

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What year was R921 CUA registered?

R921 CUA is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 2 August 1997.

Is R921 CUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R921 CUA shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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