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R929 TKJ

1997 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

137,338 mi
Last recorded137,338 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR929 TKJ
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2017 137,338 miles

REAR EXHAUST CLAMP CORRODED

SILLS & UNDER BODY COVERED

Pass 14 Sep 2015 134,872 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 132,140 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 130,426 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 127,088 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 127,056 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 124,816 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

aux / belt tensioner noisey

Pass 15 Sep 2010 122,203 miles

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

offside front inner wing has been welded from the inside

Pass 18 Sep 2009 118,510 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 114,499 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

brake pipe metal ferrauls cooroded

Pass 11 Sep 2007 110,494 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 110,494 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 106,662 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 TKJ is a 1997 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 TKJ, 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 R929 TKJ registered?

R929 TKJ is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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The MOT history for R929 TKJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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