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E629 MPV

1987 Saab 900

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

204,183 mi
Last recorded204,183 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1987 Saab 900129,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE629 MPV
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 204,183 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2025 204,183 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 203,789 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2023 203,087 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 202,543 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 201,973 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2020 200,327 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy right hand. (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 198,215 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at exhaust joints (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (e))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Fail 5 Nov 2019 198,215 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at exhaust joints (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (e))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

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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E629 MPV is a 1987 Saab 900 in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 E629 MPV, 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

How do I check the history of E629 MPV?

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What year was E629 MPV registered?

E629 MPV is a 1987 Saab 900, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is E629 MPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E629 MPV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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