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R944 LGK

1997 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

104,072 mi
Last recorded104,072 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR944 LGK
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2019 104,072 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 101,373 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 98,789 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 95,604 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 92,733 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 89,866 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 86,731 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 86,731 miles

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 83,528 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 80,117 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 76,651 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 73,371 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 70,312 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 66,258 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 61,846 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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R944 LGK is a 1997 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R944 LGK, 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 R944 LGK registered?

R944 LGK is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R944 LGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R944 LGK shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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