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A938 RYV

1984 Saab 99

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

81,290 mi
Last recorded81,290 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2019
Typical for 1984 Saab 99119,466 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA938 RYV
MakeSaab
Model99
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2019 81,290 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 81,265 miles

Both rear brake flexy hoses show corrosion to ferules, advise replacement

Pass 23 Sep 2017 81,131 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both front flexys (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2015 79,683 miles

Engine oil leak

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre silencer (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 79,344 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 9 Aug 2013 78,877 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Jul 2012 77,893 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 76,305 miles

Handbrake travel

Fail 5 Aug 2011 76,228 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 5 Aug 2011 73,228 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 73,893 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 73,893 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

n/s/f brake binding

Pass 10 Aug 2009 73,864 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 73,828 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 73,563 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 73,563 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Fail 5 Aug 2006 73,522 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 73,522 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 73,488 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 99?

Based on 4,547 MOT tests across 608 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
826
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
608
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 390
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 245
brake binding 177
parking brake recording little or no effort 173
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 147
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A938 RYV is a 1984 Saab 99 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1984 Saab 99 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 119,466 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 99 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 390 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A938 RYV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 99 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 42 years old, this Saab 99 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A938 RYV registered?

A938 RYV is a 1984 Saab 99, first registered on 26 March 1984.

Is A938 RYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A938 RYV shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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