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F316 RUC

1989 Saab 900

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

196,637 mi
Last recorded196,637 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2009
Typical for 1989 Saab 900130,399 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF316 RUC
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2009 196,637 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Fail 12 Nov 2009 196,637 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Oct 2008 192,003 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 188,257 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 183,408 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Oct 2005 176,912 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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F316 RUC is a 1989 Saab 900 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 130,399 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 F316 RUC, 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 37 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 F316 RUC registered?

F316 RUC is a 1989 Saab 900, first registered on 15 March 1989.

Is F316 RUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F316 RUC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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