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M859 EVL

1995 Saab 90

White Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

159,388 mi
Last recorded159,388 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2009
Typical for 1995 Saab 90126,464 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM859 EVL
MakeSaab
Model90
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2009 159,388 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 154,063 miles

both front wishbones rear bushes perished

rear brake flexis unions corroded

rear exhaust system corroded

slight play in nearside front strut top mount

Fail 7 Jul 2008 154,063 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

both front wishbones rear bushes perished

rear brake flexis unions corroded

rear exhaust system corroded

slight play in nearside front strut top mount

Pass 26 Jul 2007 141,780 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 141,745 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 127,265 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 127,264 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

both rear brake-hose joining valves starting to corrode

How Reliable is the Saab 90?

Based on 1,363 MOT tests across 192 vehicles.

64.9%
Pass Rate
3,828
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
192
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 84
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 76
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 63
position lamp(s) not working 62
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 60
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M859 EVL is a 1995 Saab 90 in White with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1995 Saab 90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 126,464 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Saab 90 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M859 EVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 90 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 31 years old, this Saab 90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M859 EVL registered?

M859 EVL is a 1995 Saab 90, first registered on 31 March 1995.

Is M859 EVL safe to buy?

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