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A335 TGN

1983 Saab 99

Maroon Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

34,708 mi
Last recorded34,708 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2025
Typical for 1983 Saab 99113,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA335 TGN
MakeSaab
Model99
Year1983
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2025 34,708 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 34,086 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 32,412 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 30,640 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2022 30,640 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 29,453 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 28,876 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 27,541 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 26,590 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 26,581 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 26,562 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 26,256 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 26,184 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 26,114 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 26,005 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2005 26,005 miles

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

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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A335 TGN is a 1983 Saab 99 in Maroon with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1983 Saab 99 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 113,608 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 A335 TGN, 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 43 years old, this Saab 99 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A335 TGN?

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What year was A335 TGN registered?

A335 TGN is a 1983 Saab 99, first registered on 16 December 1983.

Is A335 TGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A335 TGN shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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