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G161 FVP

1989 Saab 900

White Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,273 mi
Last recorded81,273 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Saab 900130,399 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG161 FVP
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 81,273 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2021 81,123 miles

exhaust has slight blow

Fail 23 Jul 2021 81,122 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases main box (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at lower arm mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 80,681 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 80,681 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 May 2018 80,167 miles

cracking between tread on nearside rear tyre

Pass 26 Apr 2017 77,796 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 77,796 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 74,252 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 72,383 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 71,102 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Apr 2014 71,102 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 69,754 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 66,716 miles

rear silencer starting to corrode

Fail 11 Apr 2011 64,129 miles

Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Apr 2011 64,129 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Apr 2010 60,881 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Steering arm slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

slight rumble from offside rear wheel bearing

Pass 8 Apr 2009 58,170 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 58,170 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Fail 2 Apr 2008 55,422 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 55,422 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 54,032 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 54,030 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 52,001 miles

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

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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G161 FVP is a 1989 Saab 900 in White with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 130,399 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 G161 FVP, 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 G161 FVP registered?

G161 FVP is a 1989 Saab 900, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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