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BAZ 30

1990 Saab 900

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

181,031 mi
Last recorded181,031 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2018
Typical for 1990 Saab 900131,953 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAZ 30
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2018 181,031 miles

Multiple oil leaks

Slight interference to rear light units

Steering,suspension and brake components showing general age,wear and surface corrosion

Surface corrosion to metal brake pipes, unions and ferrules

Surface corrosion to outer sills

Fail 20 Sep 2018 181,020 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Speedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))

Indicator switch requires attention

Multiple oil leaks

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Strong Advise (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Slight interference to rear light units

Steering,suspension and brake components showing general age,wear and surface corrosion

Surface corrosion to metal brake pipes, unions and ferrules

Surface corrosion to outer sills

Pass 22 Sep 2017 175,992 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Slight interference to rear light clusters

Steering,suspension and brake components showing general age,wear and surface corrosion

Strong Advise: Oil leaks

Surface corrosion to metal brake pipes and ferrules

Various minor exhaust blows

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2016 174,487 miles

Corrosion to metal brake pipes and ferrules

Offside Rear Outer Corrosion to outer boot floor

Steering,suspension and brake components showing general age,wear and surface corrosion

Various exhaust blows

Various oil leaks

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 7 May 2015 172,166 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 164,924 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 158,659 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 23 Apr 2013 158,659 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 May 2012 151,273 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both headlights reflectors dull

offside handbrake slow

Pass 20 May 2011 138,459 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front numberplate cracked and in poor condition

fuel tank has staining on it! not leaking at time of test!!

Fail 19 May 2011 138,456 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front numberplate cracked and in poor condition

fuel tank has staining on it! not leaking at time of test!!

Pass 20 May 2010 126,605 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 126,605 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

rear tyre walls perished

Pass 17 Apr 2008 120,762 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 120,762 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

all tyres perishing

Pass 6 Nov 2006 118,245 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 118,244 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Front Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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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BAZ 30 is a 1990 Saab 900 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1990 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 131,953 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 900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16,771 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BAZ 30, 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 36 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 BAZ 30 registered?

BAZ 30 is a 1990 Saab 900, first registered on 28 September 1990.

Is BAZ 30 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAZ 30 shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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