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XKP 494X

1982 Saab 99

White Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2022
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,101 mi
Last recorded8,101 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2021
Typical for 1982 Saab 9987,812 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXKP 494X
MakeSaab
Model99
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2021 8,101 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 8,020 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2020 8,003 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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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XKP 494X is a 1982 Saab 99 in White with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Saab 99 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 87,812 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 99 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 390 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XKP 494X, 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 44 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 XKP 494X registered?

XKP 494X is a 1982 Saab 99, first registered on 3 June 1982.

Is XKP 494X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XKP 494X shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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