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HBK 817X

1982 Saab 99

White Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

63,087 mi
Last recorded63,087 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2012
Typical for 1982 Saab 9987,812 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBK 817X
MakeSaab
Model99
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2012 63,087 miles

coolant leak

oil leak

Fail 18 Nov 2012 63,029 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

coolant leak

oil leak

slight play in o/s/f lower ball joint

slight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 11 Nov 2011 56,276 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 49,628 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

test in wet conditions

Pass 10 Sep 2009 46,690 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 46,688 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 May 2008 46,217 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 46,217 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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HBK 817X is a 1982 Saab 99 in White with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1982 Saab 99 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 87,812 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 99 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 390 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HBK 817X, 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 44 years old, this Saab 99 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HBK 817X registered?

HBK 817X is a 1982 Saab 99, first registered on 23 March 1982.

Is HBK 817X safe to buy?

The MOT history for HBK 817X shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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