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UBK 533T

1979 Saab 99

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2010
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,590 mi
Last recorded42,590 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2009
Typical for 1979 Saab 9962,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBK 533T
MakeSaab
Model99
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 9 Sep 2009 42,590 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 42,584 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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UBK 533T is a 1979 Saab 99 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Saab 99 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 62,026 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 UBK 533T, 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 47 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 UBK 533T registered?

UBK 533T is a 1979 Saab 99, first registered on 10 January 1979.

Is UBK 533T safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBK 533T shows 2 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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