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M29 MNK

1997 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,794 mi
Last recorded73,794 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM29 MNK
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 73,794 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 72,973 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Jun 2025 72,972 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 72,471 miles

nearside washer jet partially blocked

oil leak but not excessive

Pass 14 Jan 2022 70,981 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 69,704 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 69,692 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 69,664 miles

Central Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 69,652 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 69,638 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 69,627 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 69,370 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 69,326 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 69,290 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2012 69,235 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Feb 2012 69,235 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Feb 2011 69,172 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 68,931 miles

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

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

o/s/f wash jet blocked

Pass 18 Feb 2009 68,366 miles

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

exhaust front pipe bolt loose

Fail 18 Feb 2009 68,366 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

exhaust front pipe bolt loose

Pass 26 Feb 2008 67,880 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2008 67,880 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 19 Feb 2007 65,872 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 64,823 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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M29 MNK is a 1997 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 M29 MNK, 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.

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What year was M29 MNK registered?

M29 MNK is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 18 August 1997.

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