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M971 STF

1995 Saab 900 S Turbo

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

142,815 mi
Last recorded142,815 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2008
Typical for 1995 Saab 900 S Turbo126,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM971 STF
MakeSaab
Model900 S Turbo
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 4 Jul 2008 142,815 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 16 Jul 2007 140,078 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 140,078 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 135,893 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

plastic cover fitted on outter sill not allowing full inspection

How Reliable is the Saab 900 S Turbo?

Based on 880 MOT tests across 178 vehicles.

63.2%
Pass Rate
5,653
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
178
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 69
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 68
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 66
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 59
parking brake recording little or no effort 40
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M971 STF is a 1995 Saab 900 S Turbo in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1995 Saab 900 S Turbo models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 126,398 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 S Turbo fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 69 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M971 STF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 900 S Turbo typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 31 years old, this Saab 900 S Turbo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M971 STF registered?

M971 STF is a 1995 Saab 900 S Turbo, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M971 STF safe to buy?

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