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L308 HFU

1993 Saab 9000 Cd

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

119,025 mi
Last recorded119,025 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2008
Typical for 1993 Saab 9000 Cd126,093 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL308 HFU
MakeSaab
Model9000 Cd
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2008 119,025 miles

slight corrosion to the under side of the vehicle

Fail 2 Sep 2008 119,025 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight corrosion to the under side of the vehicle

Pass 14 May 2007 115,199 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 May 2006 111,788 miles

Offside Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Pass 12 May 2006 111,788 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9000 Cd?

Based on 14,935 MOT tests across 2,729 vehicles.

65.1%
Pass Rate
4,366
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
2,729
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 902
constant velocity joint gaiter split 788
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 771
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 525
Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image 520
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L308 HFU is a 1993 Saab 9000 Cd in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1993 Saab 9000 Cd models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 126,093 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 9000 Cd fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 902 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L308 HFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9000 Cd typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 33 years old, this Saab 9000 Cd is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L308 HFU registered?

L308 HFU is a 1993 Saab 9000 Cd, first registered on 24 August 1993.

Is L308 HFU safe to buy?

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