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R955 TLF

1997 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

64,211 mi
Last recorded64,211 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2022
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR955 TLF
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2022 64,211 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge almost to cords. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Sep 2022 64,211 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge almost to cords. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 59,968 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 57,661 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 56,570 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 54,694 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 54,694 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 51,802 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 48,506 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 47,026 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 45,138 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2012 42,691 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 38,395 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

nearside windscreen washer jet slightly blocked

Pass 3 Sep 2010 31,854 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 23,703 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 15,016 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 5,495 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 3,708 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 TLF is a 1997 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R955 TLF, 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 TLF registered?

R955 TLF is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 29 September 1997.

Is R955 TLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R955 TLF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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