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L857 YGA

1994 Saab 900

Green Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

139,549 mi
Last recorded139,549 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2012
Typical for 1994 Saab 900117,774 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL857 YGA
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2012 139,549 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 138,528 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 136,724 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 131,853 miles

chassis corroded at exhaust mount

exhaust corroded at flexi

front brake imbalance at 18%

front no plate marked

fuel cap damaged

fuel leak at filter

rear discs corroded/pitted

washers aim low

Fail 15 Apr 2009 131,853 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

chassis corroded at exhaust mount

exhaust corroded at flexi

front brake imbalance at 18%

front no plate marked

fuel cap damaged

fuel leak at filter

rear discs corroded/pitted

washers aim low

Pass 4 Apr 2008 126,641 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 121,187 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 110,936 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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L857 YGA is a 1994 Saab 900 in Green with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1994 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 117,774 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 L857 YGA, 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 32 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 L857 YGA registered?

L857 YGA is a 1994 Saab 900, first registered on 28 April 1994.

Is L857 YGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L857 YGA shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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