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SBE 155T

1978 Saab 99

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

78,118 mi
Last recorded78,118 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2015
Typical for 1978 Saab 9994,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBE 155T
MakeSaab
Model99
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2015 78,118 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 77,257 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

front screen delaminating in corners

hazard warning lamps flash rate very slow

speedometer cable disconnected

Pass 13 Mar 2014 77,257 miles

Oil leak

front screen delaminating in corners

hazard warning lamps flash rate very slow

speedometer cable disconnected

Pass 19 Mar 2013 77,257 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 77,077 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 75,503 miles

Front Brake lever worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

slight scratches in screen

Fail 28 Sep 2010 75,502 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brake relay lever worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Oil leak

rear shock absorber lower bushes slightly perished but no play

Pass 12 Sep 2009 74,664 miles

Int/fault on parking brake ratchet

Oil leak

slight binding on o/s/f brake

Pass 1 Sep 2008 74,664 miles

Int/fault on parking brake ratchet

hazard warning lights slow

Pass 27 Sep 2007 73,739 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2007 73,587 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

brake servo damp,no signs of leak.

n/s/f tyre perished on outer wall

parking brake max travel

Pass 19 Sep 2006 71,969 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

hazard warning lights slow

steering rack mountings perished.

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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SBE 155T is a 1978 Saab 99 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SBE 155T, 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

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What year was SBE 155T registered?

SBE 155T is a 1978 Saab 99, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is SBE 155T safe to buy?

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