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R967 JCD

1998 Saab 900

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2021
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

200,795 mi
Last recorded200,795 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2020
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR967 JCD
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2020 200,795 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 198,175 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2019 198,125 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 194,740 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2018 194,740 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2017 190,594 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 187,097 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases join to back box (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 183,593 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 177,669 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 172,161 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 165,900 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2012 165,855 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 160,106 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 159,959 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 150,122 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 144,910 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 138,655 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 131,256 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 131,254 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 124,884 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 23 Nov 2005 112,545 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 23 Nov 2005 112,545 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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R967 JCD is a 1998 Saab 900 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1998 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 100,828 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 R967 JCD, 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 28 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 R967 JCD registered?

R967 JCD is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 31 January 1998.

Is R967 JCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R967 JCD shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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