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L531 XMW

1993 Saab 900

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

98,878 mi
Last recorded98,878 miles
Recorded on11 May 2023
Typical for 1993 Saab 900128,045 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL531 XMW
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2023 98,878 miles
Fail 10 May 2023 98,877 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 4 May 2022 96,343 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 95,336 miles
Fail 6 May 2021 95,336 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2020 94,381 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 92,121 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 91,208 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 89,465 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 87,250 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 85,617 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 84,113 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 80,655 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 80,217 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 76,009 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 72,998 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 69,782 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 66,124 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 62,692 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 62,692 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 60,108 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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L531 XMW is a 1993 Saab 900 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 L531 XMW, 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 L531 XMW registered?

L531 XMW is a 1993 Saab 900, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L531 XMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L531 XMW shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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