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M52 NBE

1995 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,868 mi
Last recorded29,868 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 1995 Saab 900111,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM52 NBE
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 29,868 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2026 29,869 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2025 29,151 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 28,751 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 27,926 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 27,518 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2022 27,518 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 26,764 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 26,485 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 25,588 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 24,980 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 24,646 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 24,618 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 24,596 miles

Rear brake efficiency close to limit.

Pass 17 Sep 2013 24,563 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 24,563 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 24,469 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 27 May 2011 24,380 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 24,378 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 20 May 2010 24,242 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 24,081 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 23,917 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 23,724 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 23,229 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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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M52 NBE is a 1995 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1995 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 111,757 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 M52 NBE, 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 31 years old, this Saab 900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M52 NBE registered?

M52 NBE is a 1995 Saab 900, first registered on 9 February 1995.

Is M52 NBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M52 NBE shows 24 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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