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SSC 54Y

1983 Saab 99

Cream Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,022 mi
Last recorded60,022 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1983 Saab 99113,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSC 54Y
MakeSaab
Model99
Year1983
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 19 May 2026 60,022 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 60,017 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 59,986 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated strong advice (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated strong advice (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

caliper securing bolts not tabbed ( strong advice)

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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SSC 54Y is a 1983 Saab 99 in Cream with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Saab 99 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 113,608 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 SSC 54Y, 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 43 years old, this Saab 99 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SSC 54Y registered?

SSC 54Y is a 1983 Saab 99, first registered on 19 January 1983.

Is SSC 54Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SSC 54Y shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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