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A12 CLJ

1998 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

76,087 mi
Last recorded76,087 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2022
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 CLJ
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2022 76,087 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 75,787 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 74,485 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 72,120 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 69,126 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 65,485 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 61,128 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2012 59,531 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 25 May 2011 58,379 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 20 May 2010 56,021 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Rear number plate deteriorating slightly

Pass 14 May 2009 53,010 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 May 2008 49,722 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 21 May 2007 43,577 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 21 May 2007 43,577 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 May 2006 39,663 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front number plate showing signs of deterioration

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

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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A12 CLJ is a 1998 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 A12 CLJ, 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

How do I check the history of A12 CLJ?

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What year was A12 CLJ registered?

A12 CLJ is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 14 February 1998.

Is A12 CLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 CLJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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