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M278 DGP

1995 Saab 900 SE V6 Auto

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

132,580 mi
Last recorded132,580 miles
Recorded on21 May 2007
Typical for 1995 Saab 900 SE V6 Auto109,931 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM278 DGP
MakeSaab
Model900 SE V6 Auto
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 21 May 2007 132,580 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 21 May 2007 132,580 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 128,464 miles

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

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

petrol tank retaining straps rusted

How Reliable is the Saab 900 SE V6 Auto?

Based on 709 MOT tests across 173 vehicles.

65.4%
Pass Rate
6,000
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
173
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 36
Brake pipe excessively corroded 33
position lamp(s) not working 33
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M278 DGP is a 1995 Saab 900 SE V6 Auto in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1995 Saab 900 SE V6 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 109,931 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 900 SE V6 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M278 DGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 900 SE V6 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 31 years old, this Saab 900 SE V6 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M278 DGP registered?

M278 DGP is a 1995 Saab 900 SE V6 Auto, first registered on 31 March 1995.

Is M278 DGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M278 DGP shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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