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ILZ 4221

1997 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

152,651 mi
Last recorded152,651 miles
Recorded on27 May 2016
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationILZ 4221
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2016 152,651 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and deteriorated (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

welding repair n/s and o/s floor

Pass 30 Apr 2015 146,750 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2014 141,796 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 141,796 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (3.4.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

unions to fuel filter excessiveley corroded probable will break if removed

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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ILZ 4221 is a 1997 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ILZ 4221, 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 ILZ 4221 registered?

ILZ 4221 is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 10 April 1997.

Is ILZ 4221 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ILZ 4221 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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