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G401 VFB

1990 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

159,817 mi
Last recorded159,817 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2017
Typical for 1990 Saab 900131,953 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG401 VFB
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2017 159,817 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 155,971 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 152,837 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Fail 24 Feb 2015 152,837 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2014 149,164 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)

Oil leak

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

front upper shock absorber bushes perished

n/s front tyre has small cuts in the sidewall

Pass 25 Feb 2013 144,335 miles

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

both front tyres have slight wear on edges

Pass 7 Mar 2012 140,723 miles

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

shock absorber upper bushes slightly perished but no play

Pass 16 Feb 2011 136,456 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 132,891 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 132,891 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Inner Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Feb 2009 130,020 miles

o/s/f chassis/subframe is slightly corroded

Pass 20 Feb 2008 127,420 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Feb 2007 124,103 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 118,773 miles

slight play in offside of steering rack

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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G401 VFB is a 1990 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 G401 VFB, 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

How do I check the history of G401 VFB?

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What year was G401 VFB registered?

G401 VFB is a 1990 Saab 900, first registered on 3 January 1990.

Is G401 VFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G401 VFB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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