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A5 UXU

1983 Saab 900

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,315 mi
Last recorded133,315 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2025
Typical for 1983 Saab 900100,136 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 UXU
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2025 133,315 miles

Exhaust rubber mountings weak

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

Surface corrosion all brake discs

Pass 13 Jan 2022 133,309 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 9 Sep 2021 133,277 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under chassis rail area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under chassis rail area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door step/sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake inoperative on one side both sides (1.4.1 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

DUE TO CONDITION OF VEHICLE ADVISE NOT DRIVEN

exhaust blow manifold area

oil leak

extensive corrosion

Pass 11 Jun 2020 131,967 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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A5 UXU is a 1983 Saab 900 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 100,136 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A5 UXU, 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 43 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 A5 UXU registered?

A5 UXU is a 1983 Saab 900, first registered on 31 August 1983.

Is A5 UXU safe to buy?

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