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R101 UKP

1998 Saab 900

Red Petrol 1885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

146,828 mi
Last recorded146,828 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2018
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR101 UKP
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2018 146,828 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 133,508 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 133,252 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 132,844 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 132,844 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 131,498 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 125,105 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 119,914 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2009 117,058 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 115,658 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 108,612 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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R101 UKP is a 1998 Saab 900 in Red with a 1,885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R101 UKP, 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 R101 UKP?

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What year was R101 UKP registered?

R101 UKP is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 21 September 1998.

Is R101 UKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R101 UKP shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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