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E609 MEU

1988 Saab 9000

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

119,706 mi
Last recorded119,706 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2019
Typical for 1988 Saab 9000125,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE609 MEU
MakeSaab
Model9000
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2019 119,706 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 118,670 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 118,227 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 117,413 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 116,546 miles

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jun 2014 115,448 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 114,561 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 114,071 miles

Slight drag to n/s/f brake

Pass 24 Jun 2011 113,247 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 11,577 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2010 111,576 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 109,743 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 107,842 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 105,737 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 102,873 miles

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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E609 MEU is a 1988 Saab 9000 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 E609 MEU, 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

How do I check the history of E609 MEU?

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What year was E609 MEU registered?

E609 MEU is a 1988 Saab 9000, first registered on 31 March 1988.

Is E609 MEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E609 MEU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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