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A13 LAJ

1989 Saab 9000 Cde

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

115,700 mi
Last recorded115,700 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2006
Typical for 1989 Saab 9000 Cde112,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 LAJ
MakeSaab
Model9000 Cde
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 26 Sep 2006 115,700 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

surface corrosion around body & structure,(side skirts fitted to vehicle)wouldn't penerate at test.also various brake pipes.

Pass 26 Sep 2006 115,700 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

surface corrosion around body & structure,(side skirts fitted to vehicle)wouldn't penerate at test.also various brake pipes.

How Reliable is the Saab 9000 Cde?

Based on 12,249 MOT tests across 2,055 vehicles.

65.6%
Pass Rate
4,460
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
2,055
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 696
constant velocity joint gaiter split 619
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 615
parking brake recording little or no effort 465
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 437
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A13 LAJ is a 1989 Saab 9000 Cde in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Saab 9000 Cde models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 112,830 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Saab 9000 Cde fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 696 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A13 LAJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9000 Cde typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 37 years old, this Saab 9000 Cde is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A13 LAJ registered?

A13 LAJ is a 1989 Saab 9000 Cde, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is A13 LAJ safe to buy?

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