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F25 CSN

1990 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

192,090 mi
Last recorded192,090 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Saab 900131,953 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF25 CSN
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 192,090 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 190,042 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jun 2025 190,041 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 16 May 2024 189,431 miles

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 14 May 2024 189,431 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 188,862 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 6 May 2022 186,837 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2022 186,837 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 184,993 miles

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

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 183,623 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering system [ rack] (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 181,159 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed passenger (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

fuel cap seal deteriorated

Pass 1 Mar 2018 177,516 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 176,990 miles

exhausted corroded and blowing

Pass 26 May 2015 176,982 miles

Centre section of exhaust corroded

Fuel cap rubber seal deteriorated

Screen chipped

Fail 26 May 2015 176,982 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Centre section of exhaust corroded

Fuel cap rubber seal deteriorated

Screen chipped

Pass 20 Feb 2014 173,681 miles

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

exhaust corroded and blowing

rear discs corroded

Pass 21 Jan 2013 171,857 miles

Rear brake discs and front metal brake pipe sections are slightly corroded.

STRONGLY ADVISE: EXHAUST BLOWING AT FRONT JOIN. SIGNS OF SLIGHT FUEL SEAPAGE AT TANK AREA. PLAY IN STEERING RACK AT OFFSIDE. SIGNS OF STEERING FLUID LEAKAGE AT PUMP AREA.

Fail 14 Jan 2013 171,815 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear brake discs and front sections of metal brake pipes slightly corroded.

STRONGLY ADVISE: EXHAUST BLOWING AT FRONT JOIN. SIGNS OF SLIGHT FUEL SEAPAGE AT TANK. PLAY IN STEERING RACK AT OFFSIDE. SIGNS OF STEERING FLUID LEAKAGE AT PUMP AREA.

Pass 25 Jan 2012 163,470 miles

Exhaust system has slight leaks. Front anti roll bar bushes and all suspension bushes showing signs of weakness. Slight play in steering rack. Nearside front wheel bearing is noisy.Offside outer drive shaft gaitor is cracking.

STRONGLY ADVISE: POWER STEERING FLUID LEAK FROM PUMP AREA.

Pass 1 Feb 2011 154,603 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2011 154,603 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 148,766 miles

Battery insecure

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

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

Oil leak

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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F25 CSN is a 1990 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 F25 CSN, 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 F25 CSN registered?

F25 CSN is a 1990 Saab 900, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is F25 CSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for F25 CSN shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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