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APH 163T

1979 Saab 99

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

134,729 mi
Last recorded134,729 miles
Recorded on22 May 2018
Typical for 1979 Saab 9962,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPH 163T
MakeSaab
Model99
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2018 134,729 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 134,254 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 133,944 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 133,413 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2014 133,413 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 132,873 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 132,873 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 132,475 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

horn not very loud

nearside handbrake percentage low

Pass 23 Jul 2008 96,502 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 96,502 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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APH 163T is a 1979 Saab 99 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 Saab 99 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 62,026 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 APH 163T, 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 47 years old, this Saab 99 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was APH 163T registered?

APH 163T is a 1979 Saab 99, first registered on 25 January 1979.

Is APH 163T safe to buy?

The MOT history for APH 163T shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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