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R922 EGJ

1997 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

140,391 mi
Last recorded140,391 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2012
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR922 EGJ
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2012 140,391 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

headlamp bulbs o/s brighter than n/s

Pass 20 May 2011 136,181 miles

Damage to near side body work.

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Front tyres wearing low on inner edges.

Possible engine mounting falure.

Slight blue smoke from broken exhaust/ emissions not tested.

Slight damage to near side front wheel rim.

Fail 19 May 2011 136,181 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Damage to near side body work.

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Front tyres wearing low on inner edges.

Off side front tyre low pressure.

Slight blue smoke from broken exhaust/ emissions not tested.

Slight damage to near side front wheel rim.

Pass 18 Nov 2009 130,383 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2009 40,274 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 125,492 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 113,970 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 113,773 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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R922 EGJ is a 1997 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R922 EGJ, 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 R922 EGJ registered?

R922 EGJ is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 22 August 1997.

Is R922 EGJ safe to buy?

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