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FFY 573Y

1983 Saab 900

Cream Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2023
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

79,751 mi
Last recorded79,751 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2022
Typical for 1983 Saab 900100,136 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFY 573Y
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1983
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2022 79,751 miles

Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front rebound/stop rubber detached

tail pipe corroded

Fail 1 Jun 2022 79,747 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush o/s and n/s (5.3.2 (c))

rear exhaust bracket detached

tail pipe corroded

Pass 28 Feb 2018 79,733 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 74,312 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 71,073 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 70,466 miles

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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FFY 573Y is a 1983 Saab 900 in Cream with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1983 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 100,136 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 FFY 573Y, 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 43 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 FFY 573Y registered?

FFY 573Y is a 1983 Saab 900, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is FFY 573Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FFY 573Y shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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