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R957 TLF

1997 Saab 900

Green Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

72,471 mi
Last recorded72,471 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2013
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR957 TLF
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2013 72,471 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

gear box oil leaking

n/s/f fog light not working

Fail 7 Nov 2013 72,471 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

gear box oil leaking

n/s/f fog light not working

Pass 10 Nov 2012 70,866 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 10 Nov 2012 70,866 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 68,217 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2010 63,485 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Oct 2009 59,916 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 56,804 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 52,314 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 48,887 miles

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

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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R957 TLF is a 1997 Saab 900 in Green with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R957 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R957 TLF registered?

R957 TLF is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 22 October 1997.

Is R957 TLF safe to buy?

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