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VIL 8698

1994 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

102,589 mi
Last recorded102,589 miles
Recorded on11 May 2010
Typical for 1994 Saab 900117,774 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIL 8698
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2010 102,589 miles

Oil leak

o/s/front caliper oil residue no leak found

oil residue power steering rack gaitor

rear brake check slightly low on effort

Fail 11 May 2010 102,588 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

o/s/front caliper oil residue no leak found

oil residue power steering rack gaitor

rear brake check slightly low on effort

Pass 28 May 2009 100,499 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 100,496 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 96,652 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 92,972 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 92,972 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 90,229 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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VIL 8698 is a 1994 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1994 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 117,774 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 900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16,771 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VIL 8698, 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 32 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 VIL 8698 registered?

VIL 8698 is a 1994 Saab 900, first registered on 3 June 1994.

Is VIL 8698 safe to buy?

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