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GBW 700Y

1983 Saab 900

Cream Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

155,473 mi
Last recorded155,473 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2014
Typical for 1983 Saab 900100,136 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBW 700Y
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1983
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2014 155,473 miles

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

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

Offside 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)

Fail 14 Oct 2014 155,473 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Offside 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)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 152,335 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2013 152,335 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 149,328 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2011 146,310 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Nov 2011 146,310 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 142,459 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 133,469 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 123,119 miles

engine leaking oil

Pass 26 Oct 2007 115,819 miles

engine leaking oil

small amount of free play front shocker bushes lower

Pass 28 Oct 2006 107,696 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 99,505 miles

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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GBW 700Y is a 1983 Saab 900 in Cream with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1983 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 100,136 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 GBW 700Y, 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 43 years old, this Saab 900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GBW 700Y registered?

GBW 700Y is a 1983 Saab 900, first registered on 29 April 1983.

Is GBW 700Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBW 700Y shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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