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DCA 54S

1978 Saab 99

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

120,846 mi
Last recorded120,846 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 1978 Saab 9994,499 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCA 54S
MakeSaab
Model99
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 31 Oct 2025 120,846 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 118,788 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 116,238 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 114,561 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 111,780 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 109,960 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 108,586 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 107,338 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 106,110 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 105,091 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 104,198 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 103,357 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 101,905 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 98,417 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 94,865 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 93,624 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 89,071 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 85,161 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 82,255 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 78,678 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 76,133 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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DCA 54S is a 1978 Saab 99 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Saab 99 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 94,499 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 DCA 54S, 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 48 years old, this Saab 99 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DCA 54S?

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What year was DCA 54S registered?

DCA 54S is a 1978 Saab 99, first registered on 27 April 1978.

Is DCA 54S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DCA 54S shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DCA 54S have outstanding finance?

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