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R803 VLC

1998 Saab 900 SE

Red Petrol 22909cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,504 mi
Last recorded81,504 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2007
Typical for 1998 Saab 900 SE107,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR803 VLC
MakeSaab
Model900 SE
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine22,909cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 12 Dec 2007 81,504 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 58,222 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2005 46,128 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 900 SE?

Based on 803 MOT tests across 162 vehicles.

67.6%
Pass Rate
6,458
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
162
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 74
position lamp(s) not working 36
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 32
Direction indicator incorrect colour 31
Registration plate lamp not working 28
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R803 VLC is a 1998 Saab 900 SE in Red with a 22,909cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Saab 900 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 107,499 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 900 SE fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R803 VLC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 900 SE typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Saab 900 SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R803 VLC registered?

R803 VLC is a 1998 Saab 900 SE, first registered on 27 February 1998.

Is R803 VLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R803 VLC shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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