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TWD 609W

1980 Saab 99

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,631 mi
Last recorded115,631 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 1980 Saab 99113,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTWD 609W
MakeSaab
Model99
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 18 Jun 2025 115,631 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 115,413 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 115,401 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 115,291 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 115,026 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 114,521 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 114,468 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 113,720 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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TWD 609W is a 1980 Saab 99 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 TWD 609W, 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 TWD 609W registered?

TWD 609W is a 1980 Saab 99, first registered on 14 November 1980.

Is TWD 609W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TWD 609W shows 8 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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