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H39 RCL

1990 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

138,585 mi
Last recorded138,585 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 1990 Saab 900131,953 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH39 RCL
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 138,585 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2025 137,868 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 137,430 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 137,016 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 136,495 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 135,768 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 134,585 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 134,575 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 133,539 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2017 133,539 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 132,537 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 131,908 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 130,778 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 129,906 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 128,362 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 126,537 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 125,102 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 123,138 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 121,475 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 120,078 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 110,571 miles

fuel pump noisey

tyres change front to rear & ajust tracking

wiper blads poor

Pass 24 Aug 2005 89,809 miles

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

both outer drive shaft boots weak †center rear seat belt button top inscure †n/s washer jet blocked

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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H39 RCL is a 1990 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1990 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 131,953 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 H39 RCL, 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 36 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 H39 RCL registered?

H39 RCL is a 1990 Saab 900, first registered on 10 September 1990.

Is H39 RCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for H39 RCL shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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