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B21 SSP

1996 Saab 9000

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

118,152 mi
Last recorded118,152 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Saab 9000147,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB21 SSP
MakeSaab
Model9000
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 118,152 miles

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 116,253 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 116,113 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 115,444 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 112,558 miles

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 108,771 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Sep 2020 108,771 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 103,455 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 103,443 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 100,682 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 96,481 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 95,949 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 94,268 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 93,598 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 92,201 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

brake pipes greased.

Pass 7 Sep 2011 90,977 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 89,683 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 86,611 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 81,808 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 78,711 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2005 75,727 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9000?

Based on 22,372 MOT tests across 3,962 vehicles.

66.1%
Pass Rate
3,917
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
3,962
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,336
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,090
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 903
parking brake recording little or no effort 875
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 735
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B21 SSP is a 1996 Saab 9000 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1996 Saab 9000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 147,422 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9000 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,336 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B21 SSP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9000 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 30 years old, this Saab 9000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B21 SSP?

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What year was B21 SSP registered?

B21 SSP is a 1996 Saab 9000, first registered on 3 December 1996.

Is B21 SSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B21 SSP shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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