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C12 LSN

1990 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

270,664 mi
Last recorded270,664 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1990 Saab 900131,953 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC12 LSN
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 270,664 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 270,410 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 270,167 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 270,090 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 269,960 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 269,790 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 269,644 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 269,413 miles

Body has slight corrosion underside/floor (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 269,343 miles

Body has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

oil leak

Pass 9 Apr 2015 268,919 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 265,516 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 265,881 miles

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 264,663 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 263,614 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2009 25,755 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 246,600 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 14 Oct 2008 246,591 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 242,310 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 236,037 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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C12 LSN is a 1990 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 C12 LSN, 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 C12 LSN registered?

C12 LSN is a 1990 Saab 900, first registered on 28 February 1990.

Is C12 LSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for C12 LSN shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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