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916 CPJ

1997 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

116,010 mi
Last recorded116,010 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2012
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration916 CPJ
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2012 116,010 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 106,623 miles

all four tyres badly perished

corrosion to chassis and rear wheel arches

front shock absorbers becoming weak

front suspension components corroded

nearside front and nearside rear tyres worn near limit

nearside mirror damaged

possible engine mounting worn

rear brake discs corroded

Fail 22 Jul 2011 106,622 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

all four tyres badly perished

corrosion to chassis and rear wheel arches

front suspension components corroded

nearside front and nearside rear tyres worn near limit

nearside mirror damaged

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 8 Dec 2008 101,580 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 97,914 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 91,985 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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916 CPJ is a 1997 Saab 900 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 916 CPJ, 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 916 CPJ registered?

916 CPJ is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 6 August 1997.

Is 916 CPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 916 CPJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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