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G43 VYT

1990 Saab 900

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

73,431 mi
Last recorded73,431 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2023
Typical for 1990 Saab 900131,953 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG43 VYT
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2023 73,431 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2022 73,427 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

General corrosion to underside of vehicle

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2021 71,734 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front All front suspension corroded

Front Both front dip beam images poor

Rear Boot lid hard to open

Pass 26 Mar 2019 69,788 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2018 68,534 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 67,364 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 67,363 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 66,685 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 3 Aug 2013 66,685 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Oil leak

Fail 25 Jul 2012 65,181 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 65,181 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 64,257 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 64,178 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 64,096 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 63,515 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 62,631 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 62,171 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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G43 VYT is a 1990 Saab 900 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 G43 VYT, 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.

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What year was G43 VYT registered?

G43 VYT is a 1990 Saab 900, first registered on 2 June 1990.

Is G43 VYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G43 VYT shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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