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G143 DHD

1989 Saab 900

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

144,881 mi
Last recorded144,881 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2011
Typical for 1989 Saab 900130,399 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG143 DHD
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 1 Dec 2011 144,881 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 143,016 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Nov 2009 139,719 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2008 137,016 miles

Oil leak

rear wheel archs starting to rust

Pass 19 Nov 2007 135,137 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 131,801 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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G143 DHD is a 1989 Saab 900 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 G143 DHD, 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.

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What year was G143 DHD registered?

G143 DHD is a 1989 Saab 900, first registered on 16 August 1989.

Is G143 DHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G143 DHD shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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