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XYE 782T

1978 Saab 99

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2019
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

143,961 mi
Last recorded143,961 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2018
Typical for 1978 Saab 9994,499 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYE 782T
MakeSaab
Model99
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2018 143,961 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2017 143,410 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2017 143,410 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 142,457 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 140,890 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 140,890 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 139,215 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 137,553 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 16 Sep 2013 137,553 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 134,223 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

front brake back plates corroded

steering rack slight play n/s

Pass 31 Mar 2011 133,328 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 28 Mar 2011 133,328 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 132,779 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 132,779 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 131,874 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 131,874 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 131,592 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 131,591 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 21 Mar 2007 131,427 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 131,184 miles

front brake im balance high 24%

rear panels / outer sill correred not structural

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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XYE 782T is a 1978 Saab 99 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1978 Saab 99 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 94,499 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 XYE 782T, 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 48 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 XYE 782T registered?

XYE 782T is a 1978 Saab 99, first registered on 16 October 1978.

Is XYE 782T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XYE 782T shows 20 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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