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F448 STC

1989 Saab 900

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

50,193 mi
Last recorded50,193 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Saab 900130,399 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF448 STC
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 50,193 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 49,890 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 49,653 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 49,086 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 47,917 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 11 Jun 2021 47,917 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 46,160 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 46,135 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 46,087 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 46,027 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2016 46,027 miles

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 17 Dec 2015 45,477 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2015 45,477 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 45,375 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2013 45,267 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 45,267 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 44,832 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 43,979 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 43,802 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2010 43,802 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 43,430 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2009 43,430 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2008 42,834 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 42,047 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 41,492 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 40,980 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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F448 STC is a 1989 Saab 900 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 F448 STC, 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

How do I check the history of F448 STC?

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What year was F448 STC registered?

F448 STC is a 1989 Saab 900, first registered on 31 May 1989.

Is F448 STC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F448 STC shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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