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R979 OPR

1998 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

78,874 mi
Last recorded78,874 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2014
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR979 OPR
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2014 78,874 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 3 Jan 2014 78,407 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 76,707 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2012 74,462 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2011 72,753 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 70,981 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2009 69,105 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2009 69,105 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 66,924 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2008 66,924 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2007 63,351 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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R979 OPR is a 1998 Saab 900 in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R979 OPR, 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 R979 OPR registered?

R979 OPR is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R979 OPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R979 OPR shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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