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G642 VUV

1990 Saab 900

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

117,312 mi
Last recorded117,312 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Saab 900131,953 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG642 VUV
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 117,312 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 20 Apr 2026 117,311 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 May 2025 115,265 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 115,002 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 114,810 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 114,331 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2014 114,189 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 112,011 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 110,566 miles

all four tyres wearing close to limit

Pass 25 Jun 2010 107,454 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 104,131 miles

hand brake lever travel high advice adjustment

Pass 13 Jun 2008 97,264 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 91,563 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 87,189 miles

stone chip screen

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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G642 VUV is a 1990 Saab 900 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 G642 VUV, 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 G642 VUV registered?

G642 VUV is a 1990 Saab 900, first registered on 10 May 1990.

Is G642 VUV safe to buy?

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