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E438 AYB

1987 Saab 900

Blue Lpg 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

123,031 mi
Last recorded123,031 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 1987 Saab 900129,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE438 AYB
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 123,031 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2025 112,432 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 104,338 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 95,712 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 93,294 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 91,655 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 88,303 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Mar 2015 84,783 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 84,783 miles

Offside Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 13 Mar 2014 81,694 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 81,694 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 78,006 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 74,563 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 66,468 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 54,040 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 54,040 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 51,773 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 45,470 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 40,123 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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E438 AYB is a 1987 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 E438 AYB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E438 AYB registered?

E438 AYB is a 1987 Saab 900, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is E438 AYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E438 AYB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E438 AYB have outstanding finance?

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