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S550 AGJ

1998 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

104,211 mi
Last recorded104,211 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2014
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS550 AGJ
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2014 104,211 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 24 Jun 2013 96,428 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 18 Jun 2012 92,488 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 84,827 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 79,892 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 79,890 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2009 74,562 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 68,612 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 68,612 miles

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2007 61,038 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 51,979 miles

Nearside 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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S550 AGJ is a 1998 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc 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 S550 AGJ, 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 S550 AGJ registered?

S550 AGJ is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 5 August 1998.

Is S550 AGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S550 AGJ 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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