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R87 HSF

1998 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

115,342 mi
Last recorded115,342 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2019
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR87 HSF
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2019 115,342 miles

N/S/R TYRE CRACKING AT TREADS

Fail 21 Mar 2019 115,336 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

N/S/R TYRE CRACKING AT TREADS

Pass 29 Mar 2018 112,107 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 107,396 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2017 107,392 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 104,017 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 100,216 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2014

rear boot floor section corroded

Pass 10 Apr 2013 91,135 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 28 Mar 2013 91,135 miles

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 85,819 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 81,089 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 75,422 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 70,010 miles

power steering pipe corroded

Pass 12 Feb 2008 63,877 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2008 63,874 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2007 59,846 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 54,038 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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R87 HSF is a 1998 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R87 HSF, 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

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What year was R87 HSF registered?

R87 HSF is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 23 January 1998.

Is R87 HSF safe to buy?

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