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FAK 442V

1980 Saab 99

Brown Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

224,979 mi
Last recorded224,979 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1980 Saab 99113,018 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAK 442V
MakeSaab
Model99
Year1980
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 224,979 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 24 Apr 2026 224,978 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 May 2025 224,978 miles

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

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 24 Apr 2025 224,977 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 9 May 2019 223,775 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 222,740 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 221,480 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 219,860 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 217,385 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 214,503 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 211,489 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 208,096 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 205,130 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 201,458 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2009 201,458 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 197,725 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 193,881 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 188,333 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 99?

Based on 4,547 MOT tests across 608 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
826
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
608
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 390
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 245
brake binding 177
parking brake recording little or no effort 173
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 147
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FAK 442V is a 1980 Saab 99 in Brown with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1980 Saab 99 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 113,018 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 99 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 390 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FAK 442V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 99 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 46 years old, this Saab 99 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FAK 442V registered?

FAK 442V is a 1980 Saab 99, first registered on 27 June 1980.

Is FAK 442V safe to buy?

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