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LE53 HXC

1997 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

153,684 mi
Last recorded153,684 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2016
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE53 HXC
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2016 153,684 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

brake and suspension components slightly corroded

oil leak

Pass 8 Jan 2015 147,152 miles

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

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust flexy pipe deteriorated

Pass 17 Dec 2013 140,288 miles

offside rear brake disc severely corroded.

plastic covers prevent full inspection of sills.

Pass 14 Dec 2012 136,574 miles

offside rear brake disc corroded.

Pass 3 Jan 2012 132,234 miles

offside rear brake disc corroded and in poor condition.

Pass 14 Dec 2010 127,110 miles

2 segments of centre stop lamp not working.

nearside front shock absorber showing signs of leakage and getting weak:- recommend attention.

offside rear brake disc in poor condition.

Fail 30 Dec 2009 119,861 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

one bulb in high level stop light not working

Pass 30 Dec 2009 119,861 miles

one bulb in high level stop light not working

Pass 29 Dec 2008 114,893 miles

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

both rear tyre treads wearing unevenly

o.s.r tyre at legal limits

sill covers fitted preventing full inspection of sills

Fail 29 Dec 2008 114,893 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear tyre treads wearing unevenly

o.s.r tyre at legal limits

sill covers fitted preventing full inspection of sills

Pass 3 Jan 2008 110,091 miles

handbrake lever travel will need attention later on.

offside and nearside rear indicators faded.

Pass 5 Jan 2007 95,557 miles

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

engine oily

front struts rusting

front track control arm bushes have slight play

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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LE53 HXC is a 1997 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LE53 HXC, 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

How do I check the history of LE53 HXC?

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What year was LE53 HXC registered?

LE53 HXC is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is LE53 HXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE53 HXC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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