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GVA 498W

1981 Saab 99

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2017
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,345 mi
Last recorded76,345 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2016
Typical for 1981 Saab 9992,035 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVA 498W
MakeSaab
Model99
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 26 Jul 2016 76,345 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 76,283 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 76,165 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 75,968 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 75,822 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 75,432 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 99?

Based on 4,547 MOT tests across 608 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
826
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
608
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 390
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 245
brake binding 177
parking brake recording little or no effort 173
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 147
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GVA 498W is a 1981 Saab 99 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Saab 99 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 92,035 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 99 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 390 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GVA 498W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 99 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 45 years old, this Saab 99 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GVA 498W registered?

GVA 498W is a 1981 Saab 99, first registered on 9 July 1981.

Is GVA 498W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVA 498W shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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