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D216 MTA

1986 Saab 900

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

46,274 mi
Last recorded46,274 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2023
Typical for 1986 Saab 900116,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD216 MTA
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2023 46,274 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 46,227 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 46,217 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 48,116 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 45,936 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 45,615 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2016 45,233 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front nail in tyre

oil leak

Fail 5 Oct 2016 45,233 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front nail in tyre

oil leak

Pass 14 Oct 2015 44,637 miles

oil leak

Pass 3 Oct 2014 44,318 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 44,316 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2013 44,316 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 43,680 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 430,030 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 43,030 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 41,945 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 40,710 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 39,541 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 39,185 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 39,176 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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D216 MTA is a 1986 Saab 900 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1986 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 116,523 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 D216 MTA, 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 40 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 D216 MTA registered?

D216 MTA is a 1986 Saab 900, first registered on 29 August 1986.

Is D216 MTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D216 MTA shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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