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R955 LGK

1997 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2010
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

157,022 mi
Last recorded157,022 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2010
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR955 LGK
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 16 Dec 2010 157,022 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2009 151,766 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2009 151,766 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2008 147,582 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2008 147,582 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2007 143,196 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2007 143,196 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Sep 2006 137,561 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2005 131,091 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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R955 LGK is a 1997 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 R955 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.

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What year was R955 LGK registered?

R955 LGK is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 17 November 1997.

Is R955 LGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R955 LGK shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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