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K533 GPU

1993 Saab 900

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests24 (13 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate54.2%

Mileage

152,467 mi
Last recorded152,467 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2019
Typical for 1993 Saab 900128,045 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK533 GPU
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

13 pass 11 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2019 152,467 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Apr 2019 152,459 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 139,838 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 139,828 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 128,255 miles

both front outer cv boots perished

both seat belt stalks buttons damaged

emissions close to limits

inner wings and battery box has corrosion

temp fuel cap fitted

Fail 20 Feb 2017 128,239 miles

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

both front inner wings have corrosion

both front outer cv boots perished

both front seat belt stalk buttons damaged

front wiper blades deteriorating

suspension components have corrosion

temp fuel cap fitted

Pass 3 Mar 2016 127,858 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 29 Feb 2016 127,858 miles

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 126,293 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 121,688 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2014 121,688 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2013 117,466 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

both front outer cv boots perished

centre exhaust rubber broken

Fail 8 Feb 2013 117,466 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

both front outer cv boots perished

centre exhaust rubber broken

Pass 7 Mar 2012 111,302 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

emissions close to limits

Fail 6 Mar 2012 111,302 miles

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

emissions close to limits

nearside rear tyre at 2-3 mm

Pass 21 Jun 2010 110,120 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 Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front seatbalt release button starting to deteriorate/crack

Pass 25 Jun 2009 107,048 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 107,048 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

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

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

Pass 30 May 2008 99,884 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 99,884 miles

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

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

near side front floor section has a corrosion hole present not chassis or suspension related but would recommend repair

Pass 5 Jun 2007 92,275 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 92,217 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 May 2006 84,812 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 84,812 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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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K533 GPU is a 1993 Saab 900 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.2%.

Across all 1993 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 128,045 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 K533 GPU, 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 33 years old, this Saab 900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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K533 GPU is a 1993 Saab 900, first registered on 27 April 1993.

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