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A51 PMJ

1984 Saab 900

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

86,631 mi
Last recorded86,631 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2018
Typical for 1984 Saab 900129,442 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA51 PMJ
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2018 86,631 miles

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both rear brake discs corroded

unable to see rear brake pads

Pass 19 Feb 2016 86,412 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 85,880 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 85,880 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 85,350 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

engine has oil leek

Fail 16 Jul 2013 85,350 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

engine has oil leek

Pass 27 Jul 2012 84,755 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

o/s head light slightly tarnished

Pass 29 Jul 2011 83,611 miles

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

o/s head light reflector slightly tarnished

Pass 30 Jul 2010 82,206 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 82,206 miles

Offside Front Parking brake not fitted on at least two wheels (3.1.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 80,772 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 79,010 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 77,148 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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A51 PMJ is a 1984 Saab 900 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1984 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 129,442 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 A51 PMJ, 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 42 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 A51 PMJ registered?

A51 PMJ is a 1984 Saab 900, first registered on 5 March 1984.

Is A51 PMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A51 PMJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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