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M653 CBK

1995 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2025
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

56,966 mi
Last recorded56,966 miles
Recorded on27 May 2024
Typical for 1995 Saab 900111,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM653 CBK
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 May 2024 56,966 miles
Fail 22 May 2024 56,966 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2017 56,876 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 56,825 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 56,815 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 56,544 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 56,540 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Fail 30 Aug 2012 56,518 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is fractured (3.6.C.3)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.2.C.1h)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 55,838 miles

bulkhead flexing when steering rocked from side to side advice inspection

nearside front brake pads look low

play in steering column

Fail 22 Aug 2011 55,838 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

bulkhead flexing when steering rocked from side to side advice inspection

nearside front brake pads look low

play in steering column

Pass 2 Aug 2010 55,196 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 54,139 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 54,139 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 53,020 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 50,681 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 48,024 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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M653 CBK is a 1995 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 M653 CBK, 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 M653 CBK registered?

M653 CBK is a 1995 Saab 900, first registered on 13 October 1995.

Is M653 CBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for M653 CBK shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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