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D817 DLT

1987 Saab 900

White Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

104,265 mi
Last recorded104,265 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2018
Typical for 1987 Saab 900129,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD817 DLT
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2018 104,265 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 103,730 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 103,488 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 102,860 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 101,972 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 100,713 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2012 99,466 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 10 Nov 2011 98,805 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 98,805 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2010 98,455 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear number plate cracked

Pass 3 Dec 2010 98,455 miles

rear number plate cracked

Pass 13 Nov 2009 97,598 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 13 Nov 2009 97,598 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 13 Nov 2008 96,155 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 95,157 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 20 Nov 2006 94,026 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 92,540 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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D817 DLT is a 1987 Saab 900 in White with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1987 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 129,292 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 D817 DLT, 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 39 years old, this Saab 900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D817 DLT registered?

D817 DLT is a 1987 Saab 900, first registered on 26 June 1987.

Is D817 DLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for D817 DLT shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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