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F541 MNN

1988 Saab 900

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

50,223 mi
Last recorded50,223 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 1988 Saab 900134,016 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF541 MNN
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 50,223 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

undersealed underside

Pass 28 Jul 2025 49,854 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 49,112 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 28 Jun 2024 49,083 miles

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Both Front To Rear Hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 48,284 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 47,787 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 47,044 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 May 2019 46,468 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 45,861 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 45,295 miles
Fail 15 May 2017 45,295 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 44,847 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 44,422 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 44,422 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 44,401 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 44,116 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 43,511 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 42,842 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 42,840 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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F541 MNN is a 1988 Saab 900 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1988 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 134,016 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 F541 MNN, 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 38 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 F541 MNN?

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What year was F541 MNN registered?

F541 MNN is a 1988 Saab 900, first registered on 23 September 1988.

Is F541 MNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for F541 MNN shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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