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762 XMV

1997 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

72,939 mi
Last recorded72,939 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2013
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration762 XMV
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2013 72,939 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 58,952 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 43,364 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 43,169 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 35,695 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 26,932 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Dec 2008 26,932 miles

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 17,960 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2006 13,627 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 7,087 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 900?

Based on 358,142 MOT tests across 40,566 vehicles.

67.7%
Pass Rate
3,962
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
40,566
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16,771
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,261
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 13,034
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 11,409
position lamp(s) not working 11,155
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762 XMV is a 1997 Saab 900 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1997 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 103,926 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16,771 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 762 XMV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 900 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 29 years old, this Saab 900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 762 XMV registered?

762 XMV is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 27 May 1997.

Is 762 XMV safe to buy?

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