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E590 GGM

1988 Saab 9000

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

165,462 mi
Last recorded165,462 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2007
Typical for 1988 Saab 9000125,476 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE590 GGM
MakeSaab
Model9000
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 11 Sep 2007 165,462 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

brake disc covers corroded

this vehicle is generally corroded

unable to properly inspect nearside sill due to filler

Pass 12 Sep 2006 159,895 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front doors sticky

some rust in underbody

Fail 5 Sep 2006 159,801 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

How Reliable is the Saab 9000?

Based on 22,372 MOT tests across 3,962 vehicles.

66.1%
Pass Rate
3,917
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
3,962
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,336
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,090
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 903
parking brake recording little or no effort 875
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 735
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E590 GGM is a 1988 Saab 9000 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1988 Saab 9000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 125,476 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Saab 9000 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,336 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E590 GGM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9000 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 38 years old, this Saab 9000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E590 GGM registered?

E590 GGM is a 1988 Saab 9000, first registered on 23 March 1988.

Is E590 GGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E590 GGM shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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