No, R288 EBD is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for R288 EBD?

The MOT for R288 EBD is valid and due for renewal on or before 30 May 2012.

What is the recorded mileage of R288 EBD?

The recorded mileage for R288 EBD is 136,520 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R288 EBD ULEZ compliant?

No, R288 EBD does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1997 Saab 900 2.0L Petrol · R288 EBD

R288 EBD

1997 Saab 900 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01/10/1997. Recorded mileage 136,520 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: SAAB 900
Year / Origin: 1997 · Reading
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 30/05/2012
Road Tax: Untaxed (01/12/2011)
Recorded Mileage: 136,520 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 30/05/2012

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 01/12/2011

Mileage: 136,520 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 1997
Engine: 1985cc

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R288 EBD Key Findings

7 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 31/05/2011
136,520 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! No MOT history found

! Older vehicle

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R288 EBD Mileage History

23/03/200684,759 mi
23/03/200684,759 mi
27/05/200789,353 mi+4,594 mi
21/05/200898,167 mi+8,814 mi
21/05/2009105,577 mi+7,410 mi
17/05/2010122,542 mi+16,965 mi
31/05/2011136,520 mi+13,978 mi

Average of roughly 9,976 miles per year across 7 recorded odometer readings.

R288 EBD MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 8 Oct 2026, 03:00

MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

7 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Saab 900 (R288 EBD) between March 2006 and May 2011.

The record contains 6 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 31 May 2011 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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