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PLD 621W

1980 Saab 99

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

247,178 mi
Last recorded247,178 miles
Recorded on20 May 2019
Typical for 1980 Saab 99113,018 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLD 621W
MakeSaab
Model99
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 May 2019 247,178 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner sill panel

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

Pass 12 Jun 2018 246,735 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust box rusty

Pass 28 Jul 2017 246,595 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

rear silencer deteriorated

Pass 9 Jun 2016 246,393 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 245,895 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 244,023 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 242,128 miles

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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PLD 621W is a 1980 Saab 99 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Saab 99 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 113,018 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 PLD 621W, 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 46 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 PLD 621W registered?

PLD 621W is a 1980 Saab 99, first registered on 16 September 1980.

Is PLD 621W safe to buy?

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