CarVerify

Free Car Check

G783 UMW

1989 Saab 900

White Petrol 1985cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2024
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

110,404 mi
Last recorded110,404 miles
Recorded on9 May 2023
Typical for 1989 Saab 900130,399 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Saab
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationG783 UMW
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 May 2023 110,404 miles
Fail 9 May 2023 110,404 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2022 108,230 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 106,423 miles
Fail 4 May 2021 106,420 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre box. (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis area split around mounting areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 May 2020 104,861 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 102,669 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 100,128 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/60/15 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Apr 2018 100,128 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis on lower suspension arm mounting (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis section by lower suspension arm mounting (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/60/15 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 97,935 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 95,247 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 92,653 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 92,652 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 90,084 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 87,174 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 87,173 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 84,412 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 82,113 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 79,135 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 76,938 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 76,938 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 74,205 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 71,935 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 71,935 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 May 2006 69,362 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)

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
Full Saab 900 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

G783 UMW is a 1989 Saab 900 in White with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 G783 UMW, 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 G783 UMW?

You can check the full history of G783 UMW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was G783 UMW registered?

G783 UMW is a 1989 Saab 900, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G783 UMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G783 UMW shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G783 UMW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on G783 UMW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.