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B175 XYR

1985 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

220,448 mi
Last recorded220,448 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 1985 Saab 900131,601 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB175 XYR
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 1 Oct 2025 220,448 miles

Car standing still for a long period of time. Various underside components have surface corrosion

Pass 16 Oct 2024 220,441 miles

Vehicle standing still for a long period of time

Pass 20 Oct 2023 220,321 miles

Car has been standing still for a long period of time

Pass 19 Oct 2022 220,227 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 220,064 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 219,162 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 218,674 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 217,946 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 217,073 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 214,937 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 210,090 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 202,943 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 195,422 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 190,521 miles

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 186,365 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 178,913 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 171,037 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 165,712 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 160,680 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 157,035 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2005 152,955 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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B175 XYR is a 1985 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 131,601 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 B175 XYR, 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 41 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 B175 XYR registered?

B175 XYR is a 1985 Saab 900, first registered on 17 May 1985.

Is B175 XYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B175 XYR shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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