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R571 VLF

1997 Saab 900 XS

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

214,300 mi
Last recorded214,300 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2008
Typical for 1997 Saab 900 XS121,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR571 VLF
MakeSaab
Model900 XS
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2008 214,300 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 207,848 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2007 207,848 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Battery insecure

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

Pass 1 Mar 2006 200,164 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

How Reliable is the Saab 900 XS?

Based on 2,774 MOT tests across 640 vehicles.

65.4%
Pass Rate
7,348
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
640
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 250
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 169
position lamp(s) not working 133
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 121
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 116
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R571 VLF is a 1997 Saab 900 XS in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Saab 900 XS models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 121,220 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 900 XS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 250 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R571 VLF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 900 XS typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Saab 900 XS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R571 VLF registered?

R571 VLF is a 1997 Saab 900 XS, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is R571 VLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R571 VLF shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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