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B126 NHN

1985 Saab 900

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

147,973 mi
Last recorded147,973 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2012
Typical for 1985 Saab 900131,601 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB126 NHN
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2012 147,973 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

o/side front w/brg slightly noisy

Fail 15 Nov 2012 147,971 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

o/side front w/brg slightly noisy

Pass 6 Oct 2011 140,981 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 140,980 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Oct 2010 132,049 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2010 132,048 miles

Brake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 9 Oct 2009 126,150 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 126,150 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 125,502 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 123,976 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 122,572 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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B126 NHN is a 1985 Saab 900 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1985 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 131,601 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 B126 NHN, 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 41 years old, this Saab 900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B126 NHN registered?

B126 NHN is a 1985 Saab 900, first registered on 19 February 1985.

Is B126 NHN safe to buy?

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