CarVerify

Free Car Check

R975 VHK

1997 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

101,027 mi
Last recorded101,027 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2018
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Saab
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR975 VHK
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2018 101,027 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 100,027 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 6 Nov 2017 100,027 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 98,411 miles

Nearside Rear Slight corrosion around top shock absorber mount

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer deteriorating (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 96,300 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 91,569 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 88,163 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 83,608 miles

exhaust system deteriorating

nearside rear damper top mounting corroded

Pass 24 Oct 2011 79,908 miles

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

both rear tyre sidewalls starting to deteriorate

Pass 2 Nov 2010 74,362 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2009 72,673 miles

crack at bottom edge of front registration plate

Pass 30 Oct 2008 70,426 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 67,849 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 65,583 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
Full Saab 900 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R975 VHK is a 1997 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R975 VHK, 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

How do I check the history of R975 VHK?

You can check the full history of R975 VHK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R975 VHK registered?

R975 VHK is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R975 VHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R975 VHK shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R975 VHK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R975 VHK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.