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N179 EWB

1996 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

150,775 mi
Last recorded150,775 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2010
Typical for 1996 Saab 900108,260 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN179 EWB
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 1 Sep 2010 150,775 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

rear brake discs rusty on inside

Pass 20 Jul 2009 144,198 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 138,166 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 132,131 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 127,501 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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N179 EWB is a 1996 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 N179 EWB, 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.

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What year was N179 EWB registered?

N179 EWB is a 1996 Saab 900, first registered on 25 March 1996.

Is N179 EWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N179 EWB shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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