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G874 SNB

1989 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

174,091 mi
Last recorded174,091 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2008
Typical for 1989 Saab 900130,399 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG874 SNB
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2008 174,091 miles

both headlamps slightly cloudy with diminished light output

centre silencer in poor condition

nearside and offside front anti-roll bar bushes well worn

nearside and offside front chassis heavily welded

rear exhaust mounting perished

rear shock absorber mountings corroded

Fail 6 Oct 2008 174,090 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both headlamps slightly cloudy with diminished light output

centre silencer in poor condition

nearside and offside front anti-roll bar bushes well worn

nearside and offside front chassis heavily welded

rear exhaust mounting perished

rear shock absorber mountings corroded

Pass 6 Nov 2007 172,555 miles

minior blow on exaust system

Fail 23 Oct 2007 172,553 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

all brake ferrules have some degree of corrosion

both headlights have poor beam pattern possibly due to reflector deterioration

brake pipes generally corroded

exhaust noisy but has no apparent leaks, possibly baffle(s) breaking up

exhaust system in generally poor condition with minor blows

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 2 Nov 2006 171,475 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 171,460 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

offside and nearside CV gaiters perished

offside and nearside front flexible brake hoses have some perishing

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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G874 SNB is a 1989 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G874 SNB, 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.

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What year was G874 SNB registered?

G874 SNB is a 1989 Saab 900, first registered on 1 November 1989.

Is G874 SNB safe to buy?

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