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G661 UBW

1989 Saab 900

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

165,994 mi
Last recorded165,994 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2012
Typical for 1989 Saab 900130,399 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG661 UBW
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2012 165,994 miles

corossion o/s/r outer lower sill,recommend to get done

front number plate deteriated

o/s/f wheel binding slightly

rear seats removed

Pass 23 Jun 2011 165,473 miles

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

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

front number plate deteriating

n/s/f and o/s/r tyre has a nail in tread

n/s/r tyre perishing

rear seat has beeen removed

Fail 16 Jun 2011 165,464 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

front number plate deteriating

n/s/f and o/s/r tyre has a nail in tread

n/s/r tyre perishing

rear seat has beeen removed

Pass 22 Jun 2010 164,025 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2009 157,893 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 May 2008 148,238 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 May 2007 138,651 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 138,651 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Coolant leak

Pass 15 May 2006 128,316 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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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G661 UBW is a 1989 Saab 900 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1989 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 130,399 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 G661 UBW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G661 UBW?

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What year was G661 UBW registered?

G661 UBW is a 1989 Saab 900, first registered on 23 November 1989.

Is G661 UBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G661 UBW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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