CarVerify

Free Car Check

K70 MUL

1997 Saab 900

Beige Petrol 1985cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

78,727 mi
Last recorded78,727 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Saab
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationK70 MUL
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 78,727 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front inner wing holed not in prescribed area

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked / perrished over complete tyre surface (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front fwd floorpan holed not in prescribed area

Fail 25 Jun 2019 78,727 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases leaking along complete length of ns seam (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floorpan holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front inner wing holed not in prescribed area

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked / perrished over complete tyre surface (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front fwd floorpan holed not in prescribed area

Pass 25 Jun 2018 78,377 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2018 78,376 miles

Nearside Front Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Fuel pipe insecure filler pipe at tank (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Aug 2017 78,333 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

all four tyres cracked on side walls

rear exhaust corroded and deteriated

windscreen cracked on nearside and offside lower corners

Pass 15 Aug 2016 76,860 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

side walls on all 4 tyres cracked but not exposing cord

Fail 15 Aug 2016 76,860 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

side walls on all 4 tyres cracked but not exposing cord

Pass 31 Jul 2015 76,674 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 May 2014 76,114 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

nsr exhaust box corroded/ deteriorated

Fail 12 May 2014 76,114 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

nsr exhaust box corroded/ deteriorated

Pass 14 Jun 2013 75,329 miles

Bulkhead flexing close to nearside steering rack mounting point when steering opereated

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Fail 13 Jun 2013 75,329 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Bulkhead flexing close to nearside steering rack mounting point when steering opereated

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 74,902 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 74,902 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

creaking from front suspension / traced to arb balljoint

Pass 5 Aug 2010 73,872 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 73,047 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 72,210 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

screen damaged in near side lower corner

Fail 6 Aug 2008 72,210 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

screen damaged in near side lower corner

Pass 3 Jul 2007 70,302 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 70,302 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 66,493 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2005 59,283 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
Full Saab 900 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

K70 MUL is a 1997 Saab 900 in Beige with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

Across all 1997 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 103,926 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 K70 MUL, 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 29 years old, this Saab 900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K70 MUL?

You can check the full history of K70 MUL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was K70 MUL registered?

K70 MUL is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 26 June 1997.

Is K70 MUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K70 MUL shows 22 tests with a 59.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K70 MUL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on K70 MUL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.