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F855 TLB

1989 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

130,266 mi
Last recorded130,266 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Saab 900130,399 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF855 TLB
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 130,266 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 Jun 2026 130,266 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2025 130,035 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2025 130,032 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jul 2024 129,948 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 8 Jul 2024 129,944 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2023 129,860 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 129,729 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2021 129,613 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2020 129,417 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 29 Jun 2020 129,417 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2019 128,973 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2019 128,973 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2018 128,023 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 126,321 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front steering arm has slight play

Pass 13 Jul 2016 125,170 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 124,633 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 123,590 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 122,101 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 120,878 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 119,566 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 118,201 miles

Oil leak

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 116,890 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 5 Jul 2008 115,651 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 115,651 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 114,303 miles

handbreak needs slight adjustment

Pass 3 Jul 2006 112,582 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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F855 TLB is a 1989 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 F855 TLB, 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 F855 TLB registered?

F855 TLB is a 1989 Saab 900, first registered on 25 May 1989.

Is F855 TLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for F855 TLB shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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