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F748 MNJ

1989 Saab 900

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

224,846 mi
Last recorded224,846 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2023
Typical for 1989 Saab 900130,399 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF748 MNJ
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2023 224,846 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 224,547 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 224,536 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2018 224,519 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength by wishbone mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 224,101 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 223,219 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Feb 2015 222,316 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 221,899 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 221,877 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 221,129 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 2 Apr 2012 221,129 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 220,055 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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F748 MNJ is a 1989 Saab 900 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F748 MNJ, 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 F748 MNJ registered?

F748 MNJ is a 1989 Saab 900, first registered on 5 April 1989.

Is F748 MNJ safe to buy?

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