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KIG 9397

1997 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

166,049 mi
Last recorded166,049 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2015
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKIG 9397
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2015 166,049 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 166,049 miles

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)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 164,392 miles

cracks in side wall of o/s rear tyre

Fail 14 Apr 2014 164,392 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

cracks in side wall of o/s rear tyre

Pass 30 Aug 2012 162,913 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

offside front & both rear tyres cracking/perishing

Pass 4 Aug 2011 158,997 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 154,312 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2009 151,464 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 150,148 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 149,687 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 147,303 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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KIG 9397 is a 1997 Saab 900 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KIG 9397, 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 KIG 9397 registered?

KIG 9397 is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 20 June 1997.

Is KIG 9397 safe to buy?

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