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L5 CXX

1998 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

93,289 mi
Last recorded93,289 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2013
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL5 CXX
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2013 93,289 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jun 2012 89,238 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2011 83,844 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 80,485 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2009 80,485 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2008 75,703 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 74,871 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 73,453 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
Full Saab 900 reliability report

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L5 CXX is a 1998 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 L5 CXX, 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 L5 CXX?

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What year was L5 CXX registered?

L5 CXX is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 30 January 1998.

Is L5 CXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L5 CXX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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