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C27 TEF

1985 Saab 900

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

166,152 mi
Last recorded166,152 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 1985 Saab 900131,601 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC27 TEF
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 166,152 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2025 166,050 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 164,190 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 164,143 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 163,897 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 163,638 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 163,304 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 162,995 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 162,641 miles

both rear tyres perishing on sidewalls

Pass 27 Jun 2016 161,965 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both front and rear (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 161,571 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fail 23 Jun 2015 161,571 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 9 May 2013 161,452 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 161,443 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 160,861 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 160,813 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 161,100 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 160,300 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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C27 TEF is a 1985 Saab 900 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 C27 TEF, 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 C27 TEF registered?

C27 TEF is a 1985 Saab 900, first registered on 3 October 1985.

Is C27 TEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C27 TEF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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