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R929 DPU

1998 Saab 900

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,339 mi
Last recorded34,339 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR929 DPU
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 19 Dec 2025 34,339 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 34,239 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 34,022 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber stained

both front brake discs lightly corroded

Pass 5 Jan 2023 33,808 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 33,656 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 33,478 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust centre section corroded with minor leak Rear silencer corroded. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 33,252 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2019 32,910 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 32,445 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 31,954 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 31,353 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 30,943 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 30,533 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 30,184 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 29,786 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 29,228 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 28,860 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 28,438 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 27,829 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 27,009 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 25,964 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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R929 DPU is a 1998 Saab 900 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 100,828 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 R929 DPU, 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 28 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 R929 DPU registered?

R929 DPU is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 23 January 1998.

Is R929 DPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R929 DPU shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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