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L104 LWR

1993 Saab 900

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

156,805 mi
Last recorded156,805 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 1993 Saab 900128,045 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL104 LWR
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 156,805 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 155,093 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 153,339 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2024 153,326 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2023 151,205 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 149,586 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 147,719 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2020 146,132 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 144,011 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2018 141,560 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 138,667 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 135,144 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 130,807 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 126,765 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 124,572 miles

engine warning light illuminated

Pass 6 Feb 2012 122,305 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 118,985 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 116,007 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 111,722 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 107,988 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

Pass 3 Mar 2007 102,568 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 222,445 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2006 222,427 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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L104 LWR is a 1993 Saab 900 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 L104 LWR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L104 LWR registered?

L104 LWR is a 1993 Saab 900, first registered on 26 August 1993.

Is L104 LWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L104 LWR shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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