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R93 VOO

1997 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2011
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

133,779 mi
Last recorded133,779 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2010
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR93 VOO
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2010 133,779 miles

near side front tyre worn onouter edge

near side rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 1 Apr 2010 133,689 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

near side front tyre worn onouter edge

near side rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 1 Apr 2009 122,774 miles

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

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

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

Fail 31 Mar 2009 122,770 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

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

Pass 19 Feb 2008 116,819 miles

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

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

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

Fail 19 Feb 2008 116,819 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

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

Fail 21 Feb 2007 111,514 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 111,514 miles

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

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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R93 VOO is a 1997 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R93 VOO, 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 R93 VOO registered?

R93 VOO is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 29 October 1997.

Is R93 VOO safe to buy?

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