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RUD 564T

1978 Saab 99

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

145,137 mi
Last recorded145,137 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2007
Typical for 1978 Saab 9994,499 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUD 564T
MakeSaab
Model99
Year1978
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2007 145,137 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2007 145,130 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Nov 2006 144,843 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 144,824 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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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RUD 564T is a 1978 Saab 99 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Saab 99 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 94,499 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 RUD 564T, 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 48 years old, this Saab 99 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RUD 564T?

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What year was RUD 564T registered?

RUD 564T is a 1978 Saab 99, first registered on 1 December 1978.

Is RUD 564T safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUD 564T shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RUD 564T have outstanding finance?

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