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K782 SLH

1993 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

187,759 mi
Last recorded187,759 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 1993 Saab 900128,045 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK782 SLH
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 187,759 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 185,554 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2023 183,949 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 181,486 miles

vehicle has hevey use of underseal underneath

Pass 2 Dec 2021 180,429 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 178,590 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 174,665 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 172,009 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 169,998 miles

Offside Rear tyre perished in treads

Pass 13 Jun 2016 165,605 miles

Body has slight corrosion underside (6.1.B.2)

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

Oil leak ()

strong smell of fuel inside cabin

Fail 7 Jun 2016 165,603 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion inner arch (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner arch (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion underside (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak ()

strong smell of fuel inside cabin

Fail 29 May 2015 156,325 miles

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

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 Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Pass 29 May 2015 156,325 miles

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 Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Pass 28 May 2014 150,331 miles

n/s/r tyre poor condition

Pass 25 May 2013 145,833 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Fail 25 May 2013 145,833 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 4 May 2012 142,260 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 4 May 2012 142,260 miles

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 22 Apr 2011 138,643 miles

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

Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 May 2010 135,654 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 135,654 miles

Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Pass 4 May 2009 132,779 miles

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

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 2 Dec 2008 132,767 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Sep 2007 129,024 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2007 129,024 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2006 126,049 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 122,680 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2005 122,680 miles

Outer Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

n/s front tyre worn on egdes

o/s front flexi brake hose ferrules rusty

rear flexi brake hose ferrules rusty

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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K782 SLH is a 1993 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 K782 SLH, 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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What year was K782 SLH registered?

K782 SLH is a 1993 Saab 900, first registered on 2 June 1993.

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