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R977 TLX

1997 Saab 900

Black Diesel 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

145,989 mi
Last recorded145,989 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2015
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR977 TLX
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2015 145,989 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 142,136 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 28 Aug 2014 142,136 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 138,955 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 136,864 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 132,919 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 128,987 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2009 121,141 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 90,253 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 90,253 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2007 78,239 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 78,159 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 70,657 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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R977 TLX is a 1997 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R977 TLX, 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 R977 TLX registered?

R977 TLX is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R977 TLX safe to buy?

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