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M229 MUW

1995 Saab 900

Red Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2022
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

112,484 mi
Last recorded112,484 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2021
Typical for 1995 Saab 900111,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM229 MUW
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2021 112,484 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 112,372 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 112,079 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2018 111,515 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 110,827 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 109,778 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.3b)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 108,731 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 108,128 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 106,099 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2013 106,095 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2012 101,923 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 95,654 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 95,654 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2010 90,421 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 88,465 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 4 Oct 2008 88,002 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 87,286 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2007 87,286 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Rear bumper insecure

Pass 9 Aug 2006 83,844 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2005 78,920 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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M229 MUW is a 1995 Saab 900 in Red with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 M229 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.

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What year was M229 MUW registered?

M229 MUW is a 1995 Saab 900, first registered on 24 February 1995.

Is M229 MUW safe to buy?

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