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A1 PPV

1997 Saab 900

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2021
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

47,000 mi
Last recorded47,000 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2020
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 PPV
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2020 47,000 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 8 Jul 2020 47,000 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 44,031 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 41,884 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2018 41,874 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 40,928 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2017 40,928 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 40,334 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 40,235 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 27 Mar 2015 40,235 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 26 Mar 2014 40,069 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 39,854 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 39,592 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 39,592 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 39,157 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 38,416 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 38,416 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 13 Mar 2009 37,923 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2009 37,923 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 37,308 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 36,720 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2007 36,720 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2006 36,156 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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A1 PPV is a 1997 Saab 900 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A1 PPV, 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.

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What year was A1 PPV registered?

A1 PPV is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 21 August 1997.

Is A1 PPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 PPV shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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