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HES 697X

1981 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

174,698 mi
Last recorded174,698 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2020
Typical for 1981 Saab 900109,887 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHES 697X
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2020 174,698 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 174,407 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 173,400 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 172,113 miles

Central Rubber exhaust mounting broken system still adequately supported

Pass 18 Aug 2016 170,808 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 168,737 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 165,728 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 163,798 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 160,480 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 157,386 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 156,548 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 156,537 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 May 2009 154,980 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 151,682 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 151,682 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 144,510 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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HES 697X is a 1981 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1981 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 109,887 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 HES 697X, 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 45 years old, this Saab 900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HES 697X?

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What year was HES 697X registered?

HES 697X is a 1981 Saab 900, first registered on 10 August 1981.

Is HES 697X safe to buy?

The MOT history for HES 697X shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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