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M270 DGP

1995 Saab 900

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

105,430 mi
Last recorded105,430 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1995 Saab 900111,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM270 DGP
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 105,430 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear parking brake performance low

Pass 28 Apr 2025 105,310 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 105,160 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 104,962 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 104,713 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2022 104,713 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 104,098 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 103,575 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 102,985 miles

Offside Rear chassis leg starting corrode

Pass 29 Mar 2018 102,139 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2018 102,139 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 101,308 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 100,214 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion coil spring top seat (6.1.B.2)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 21 Mar 2016 100,214 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion coil spring top seat (6.1.B.2)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 99,590 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 98,384 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front brake pads approx 75% worn

offside rear suspension spring mounting corroded

Pass 19 Mar 2013 96,522 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 95,507 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 93,918 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 92,472 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2010 92,472 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 90,827 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 88,648 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 83,793 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 78,521 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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M270 DGP is a 1995 Saab 900 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 M270 DGP, 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 M270 DGP registered?

M270 DGP is a 1995 Saab 900, first registered on 31 March 1995.

Is M270 DGP safe to buy?

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