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MTA 170P

1976 Saab 99

Orange Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

90,856 mi
Last recorded90,856 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2018
Typical for 1976 Saab 9991,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMTA 170P
MakeSaab
Model99
Year1976
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2018 90,856 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 90,166 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 90,161 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 89,154 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both rear (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

both front wishbones rusting

both rear arms risting

exhaust petrudes at rear

Fail 29 Jul 2016 89,154 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour showing white (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both rear (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

both front wishbones rusting

both rear arms risting

exhaust petrudes at rear

Fail 18 Sep 2009 89,049 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 89,049 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 88,652 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 87,842 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 85,034 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 85,034 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Saab 99?

Based on 4,547 MOT tests across 608 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
826
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
608
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 390
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 245
brake binding 177
parking brake recording little or no effort 173
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 147
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MTA 170P is a 1976 Saab 99 in Orange with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1976 Saab 99 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 91,966 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 99 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 390 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MTA 170P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 99 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 50 years old, this Saab 99 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MTA 170P registered?

MTA 170P is a 1976 Saab 99, first registered on 1 February 1976.

Is MTA 170P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MTA 170P shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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