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M228 MUW

1995 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,388 mi
Last recorded86,388 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2009
Typical for 1995 Saab 900111,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM228 MUW
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2009 86,388 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 85,384 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 78,142 miles

chip in screen outside zone a and b

front number plate deteriorating

n/s/r brake pipes corroding

oil leak

Fail 16 Nov 2007 77,733 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

chip in screen outside zone a and b

front number plate deteriorating

n/s/r brake pipes corroding

oil leak

Pass 1 Dec 2006 71,883 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

corrosion on n/s/r brake hose crimp & pressure valve

could not check all of n/s/r seat belt,child seat fitted

rear exhaust in poor condition & pin holed

Fail 7 Nov 2006 71,646 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

corrosion on n/s/r brake hose crimp & pressure valve

front tyres wearing on edges

rear exhaust in poor condition & pin holed

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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M228 MUW is a 1995 Saab 900 in Blue with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1995 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 111,757 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 M228 MUW, 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 31 years old, this Saab 900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M228 MUW registered?

M228 MUW is a 1995 Saab 900, first registered on 28 February 1995.

Is M228 MUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M228 MUW shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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