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M497 XSN

1995 Saab 9000 Cd

Blue Petrol 2963cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,127 mi
Last recorded96,127 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2009
Typical for 1995 Saab 9000 Cd115,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM497 XSN
MakeSaab
Model9000 Cd
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,963cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2009 96,127 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

fuel pipes front to back corroded. n/s/r tyre 3mm. oil leak.

Fail 26 Mar 2009 96,127 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

fuel pipes front to back corroded. n/s/r tyre 3mm. oil leak.

Pass 25 Mar 2008 92,359 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 92,539 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

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)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 87,850 miles

front windscreen has stone chip outside zone a not enough to warrant fail at time of test

rear axle beam has lots of surface corrosion but no signs or sounds of dead metal when scraped or tapped with hammer.advise very close inspection at 3 monthly intervals

Pass 24 Mar 2006 81,407 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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M497 XSN is a 1995 Saab 9000 Cd in Blue with a 2,963cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1995 Saab 9000 Cd models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 115,680 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 M497 XSN, 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 31 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 M497 XSN registered?

M497 XSN is a 1995 Saab 9000 Cd, first registered on 24 April 1995.

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