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N154 PYL

1996 Saab 900

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,327 mi
Last recorded86,327 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2013
Typical for 1996 Saab 900108,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN154 PYL
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2013 86,327 miles

front flexi section of exhaust deteriorating

Fail 2 Oct 2013 86,326 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

front flexi section of exhaust deteriorating

Pass 21 Sep 2012 79,391 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 79,391 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 77,834 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 77,834 miles

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 75,005 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 72,162 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 69,719 miles

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 66,453 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2006 63,465 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 63,465 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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N154 PYL is a 1996 Saab 900 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 108,260 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16,771 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N154 PYL, 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 30 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 N154 PYL registered?

N154 PYL is a 1996 Saab 900, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N154 PYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N154 PYL shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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