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URD 112S

1978 Saab 99

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

136,249 mi
Last recorded136,249 miles
Recorded on10 May 2017
Typical for 1978 Saab 9994,499 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationURD 112S
MakeSaab
Model99
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2017 136,249 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush n/s & o/s lower bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) rack rod ()

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt pin hole (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 136,138 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 136,138 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Pass 22 May 2008 135,268 miles

right rear foglamp n/w

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 May 2008 135,268 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

right rear foglamp n/w

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 May 2007 135,200 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 135,200 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 134,997 miles

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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URD 112S is a 1978 Saab 99 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 URD 112S, 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 URD 112S registered?

URD 112S is a 1978 Saab 99, first registered on 1 May 1978.

Is URD 112S safe to buy?

The MOT history for URD 112S shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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