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L393 XTC

1993 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

35,686 mi
Last recorded35,686 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1993 Saab 900128,045 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL393 XTC
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 35,686 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 35,374 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 5 Mar 2025 35,363 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre section (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2021 35,350 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 35,189 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 35,038 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 34,928 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 34,634 miles

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

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 34,492 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 34,492 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2014 34,252 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 33,815 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 33,815 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 33,641 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 33,439 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 33,439 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 33,124 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 32,588 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 32,433 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
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L393 XTC is a 1993 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 L393 XTC, 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 L393 XTC registered?

L393 XTC is a 1993 Saab 900, first registered on 20 October 1993.

Is L393 XTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L393 XTC shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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