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F43 RPG

1989 Saab 900

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

84,426 mi
Last recorded84,426 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2016
Typical for 1989 Saab 900130,399 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF43 RPG
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2016 84,426 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 27 May 2015 82,023 miles

Oil leak

Rear Fuel pipe slightly chafed (7.2.2)

Fail 20 May 2015 82,002 miles

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Rear Fuel pipe slightly chafed (7.2.2)

Pass 2 May 2014 79,484 miles

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 2 May 2014 79,483 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 78,500 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Apr 2012 78,486 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 77,812 miles

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jul 2009 75,966 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 74,900 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 74,900 miles

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 73,595 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 72,054 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 72,053 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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F43 RPG is a 1989 Saab 900 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 F43 RPG, 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.

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What year was F43 RPG registered?

F43 RPG is a 1989 Saab 900, first registered on 20 April 1989.

Is F43 RPG safe to buy?

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