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L289 DJA

1993 Saab 9000 Cde

Green Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

135,708 mi
Last recorded135,708 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2022
Typical for 1993 Saab 9000 Cde134,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL289 DJA
MakeSaab
Model9000 Cde
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2022 135,708 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 135,006 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 11 Jul 2019 134,659 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch/floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside parking brake effort low

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2018 133,845 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 133,082 miles

Both rear tyres in poor condition due to cracking

Pass 29 Jun 2016 132,349 miles

All 4 tyres in poor condition due to cracking

Pass 2 Jul 2015 188,599 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 187,585 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 186,460 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 185,747 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 184,561 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 182,969 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 181,293 miles

Both front jacking points and surrounds are in poor condition and need re-strengthening

Both rear tyres in poor condition due to cracking

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jul 2008 179,689 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 176,346 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9000 Cde?

Based on 12,249 MOT tests across 2,055 vehicles.

65.6%
Pass Rate
4,460
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
2,055
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 696
constant velocity joint gaiter split 619
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 615
parking brake recording little or no effort 465
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 437
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L289 DJA is a 1993 Saab 9000 Cde in Green with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1993 Saab 9000 Cde models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 134,304 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9000 Cde fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 696 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L289 DJA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9000 Cde typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 33 years old, this Saab 9000 Cde is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L289 DJA registered?

L289 DJA is a 1993 Saab 9000 Cde, first registered on 24 August 1993.

Is L289 DJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L289 DJA shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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