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A20 LOM

1988 Saab 900

White Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

51,474 mi
Last recorded51,474 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2023
Typical for 1988 Saab 900134,016 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 LOM
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2023 51,474 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2023 51,470 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Aug 2022 51,421 miles

ALL REAR FLEXIBLE BRAKE HOSE FERULES CORRODED

Pass 4 Aug 2021 51,382 miles

ALL REAR FLEXIBLE BRAKE HOSE FERULES CORRODED

Pass 13 Aug 2020 51,305 miles

both front brakes are slightly binding

Pass 19 Aug 2019 51,248 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2019 51,248 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 51,237 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 51,115 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 51,008 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 50,928 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 50,847 miles

corrosion to underside vehicle steering/suspension/brake components

o/s wiper split

Pass 1 Aug 2013 50,777 miles

Corrosion in offside front inner wing

Nearside rear tyre tread worn on outer edge

Fail 1 Aug 2013 50,777 miles

Corrosion in offside front inner wing

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear tyre tread worn on outer edge

Pass 16 Aug 2012 50,586 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 50,564 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 50,449 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 50,437 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 50,255 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 50,090 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 49,221 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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A20 LOM is a 1988 Saab 900 in White with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1988 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 134,016 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 A20 LOM, 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 38 years old, this Saab 900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A20 LOM registered?

A20 LOM is a 1988 Saab 900, first registered on 19 September 1988.

Is A20 LOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 LOM shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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