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NKG 533

1988 Saab 900

White Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

155,023 mi
Last recorded155,023 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 1988 Saab 900134,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNKG 533
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 6 Aug 2026 155,023 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2025 154,372 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 153,072 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 153,012 miles

engine / gearbox and steering rack leaking

Pass 1 Aug 2022 152,774 miles

Corrosion to parts of front and rear suspension

Low effort from nearside parking brake,total parking brake effort only just passed

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Greased (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 151,931 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 151,238 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2019 151,038 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2018 150,439 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2017 150,079 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 149,465 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 148,874 miles

Oil leak

offside front valence corroded

Pass 24 Jul 2014 148,363 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 147,806 miles

oil leak on engine.

Pass 18 Jul 2012 147,244 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 146,253 miles

front pads low

Pass 24 Jun 2010 145,084 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 143,827 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 143,128 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 142,538 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 140,757 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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NKG 533 is a 1988 Saab 900 in White with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 134,016 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 NKG 533, 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 38 years old, this Saab 900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NKG 533 registered?

NKG 533 is a 1988 Saab 900, first registered on 20 May 1988.

Is NKG 533 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NKG 533 shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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