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R983 MGK

1998 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

148,215 mi
Last recorded148,215 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2025
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR983 MGK
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2025 148,215 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 143,605 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 139,485 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Dec 2021 133,762 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 129,579 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 123,647 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 118,835 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 115,916 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 107,287 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 105,512 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 97,075 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 93,600 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 86,750 miles

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2009 84,465 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

fuel cap slightlt deteriated

Fail 27 Jul 2009 84,462 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

fuel cap slightly deteriorated

Pass 30 Jul 2008 80,186 miles

rear brake pads missing anti rattle clip

Pass 3 Aug 2007 77,514 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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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R983 MGK is a 1998 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R983 MGK, 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 R983 MGK registered?

R983 MGK is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 22 January 1998.

Is R983 MGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R983 MGK shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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