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G822 BGV

1990 Saab 9000

Red Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

134,832 mi
Last recorded134,832 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2015
Typical for 1990 Saab 9000137,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG822 BGV
MakeSaab
Model9000
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2015 134,832 miles

Coolant leak

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 May 2014 132,446 miles

Centre Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Coolant leak

Hydraulic brake cylinder corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Nearside Front Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Unable to fully inspect brake pipes due to underseal applied

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 7 May 2014 132,446 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Centre Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Coolant leak

Hydraulic brake cylinder corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak

Unable to fully inspect brake pipes due to underseal applied

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 129,243 miles

Both rear tyres starting to deteriorate

Coolant leak

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak

Slight corrosion to rear of offside body sill

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Wiper blades starting to smear but still clearing screen

Pass 8 May 2012 126,348 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 123,076 miles

Driveshaft seals leaking

Engine oil leak

Serious coolant leak from water pump

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

hole in n/s/f headlamp

Fail 23 May 2011 123,076 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Driveshaft seals leaking

Engine oil leak

Serious coolant leak from water pump

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

hole in n/s/f headlamp

Pass 26 Apr 2010 120,390 miles

REAR BRAKE PIPES SLIGHTLTY RUSTED

CHIP IN N/S/F HEADLIGHT

CHIPS IN FRONT SCREEN

COOLING FAN INOPPERATIVE

DRIVE SHAFT SEALS WEAPING

SLIGHT PLAY IN FRONT ANTIROLL BAR D BUSHES

SLIGHT PLAY IN REAR ANTI ROLL BAR D BUSHES

WATER PUMP LEAKING

Pass 19 May 2009 116,361 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 4 Jun 2008 111,009 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 111,008 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Saab 9000?

Based on 22,372 MOT tests across 3,962 vehicles.

66.1%
Pass Rate
3,917
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
3,962
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,336
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,090
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 903
parking brake recording little or no effort 875
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 735
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G822 BGV is a 1990 Saab 9000 in Red with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1990 Saab 9000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 137,170 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9000 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,336 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G822 BGV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9000 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 36 years old, this Saab 9000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G822 BGV registered?

G822 BGV is a 1990 Saab 9000, first registered on 26 September 1990.

Is G822 BGV safe to buy?

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