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A946 WHL

1983 Saab 99

White Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

56,098 mi
Last recorded56,098 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2017
Typical for 1983 Saab 99113,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA946 WHL
MakeSaab
Model99
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2017 56,098 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 1 Dec 2016 56,098 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 56,098 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 56,098 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 56,098 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

coil springs corroded

handbrake adjustment high

rear seats not in use

Pass 18 Jul 2012 56,096 miles

exhaust leaking

handbrake adjustment

o/s cv boot deteriorated

oil leak

rear seats not fitted

springs corroded

Fail 16 Aug 2011 56,098 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

flexy hoses deteriorated

handbrake high

play in o/s steering arm

springs corroded

suspension bushes deteriorated

wipers worn

Pass 16 Aug 2011 56,098 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

flexy hoses deteriorated

handbrake high

play in o/s steering arm

springs corroded

suspension bushes deteriorated

wipers worn

Pass 30 Sep 2010 56,098 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 55,596 miles

ALL BRAKE PIPES CORRODED

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

N/S REAR BRAKE BINDING

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

O/S FRONTTYREPERISHED O/S REAR TYREPERISHED

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2006 54,889 miles

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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A946 WHL is a 1983 Saab 99 in White with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 A946 WHL, 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

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What year was A946 WHL registered?

A946 WHL is a 1983 Saab 99, first registered on 12 August 1983.

Is A946 WHL safe to buy?

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