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F787 RBJ

1989 Saab 900

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

136,491 mi
Last recorded136,491 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Saab 900130,399 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF787 RBJ
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 136,491 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear axel corroded

Pass 23 Apr 2025 135,769 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small split (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2024 134,023 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2024 134,023 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 133,189 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis inner wing area lower suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2020 133,189 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis inner wing area lower suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 131,707 miles

Nearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

suspension component mountings rusty also suspension components

Fail 7 Dec 2018 131,707 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected lower chassis section (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 128,820 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 May 2013 125,295 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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F787 RBJ is a 1989 Saab 900 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 F787 RBJ, 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 F787 RBJ registered?

F787 RBJ is a 1989 Saab 900, first registered on 4 January 1989.

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