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G185 DHN

1990 Saab 900

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

87,167 mi
Last recorded87,167 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2013
Typical for 1990 Saab 900131,953 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG185 DHN
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2013 87,167 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 86,715 miles

O/s/r suspension bump stop missing.

Fail 21 Feb 2012 86,708 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Excesive corrosion on n/s/f wheel arch.

Exhaust hanger perished.

O/s/r suspension bump stop missing.

Pass 1 Mar 2011 86,198 miles

Seat belts need assistance to retract

Pass 1 Mar 2010 85,720 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 85,180 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 83,564 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 81,175 miles

N/s/f seat belt slow to retract.Slight wheel bearing noise when vehicle road tested.

Pass 2 Mar 2006 76,888 miles

Indicator stalk rough in operation.

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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G185 DHN is a 1990 Saab 900 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1990 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 131,953 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 G185 DHN, 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 36 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 G185 DHN registered?

G185 DHN is a 1990 Saab 900, first registered on 5 March 1990.

Is G185 DHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for G185 DHN shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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