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N217 SFH

1996 Saab 9000 Cde

White Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

163,242 mi
Last recorded163,242 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2010
Typical for 1996 Saab 9000 Cde125,494 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN217 SFH
MakeSaab
Model9000 Cde
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2010 163,242 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

front both side wipers deteriorated

rear both side discs worn

Fail 12 Jul 2010 163,242 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

front both side wipers deteriorated

rear both side discs worn

Pass 30 Jun 2009 153,738 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 24 Jun 2009 153,673 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 140,423 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 134,594 miles

front discs and pads wearing thin

rear discs some corrosion

Pass 17 Oct 2005 128,833 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

How Reliable is the Saab 9000 Cde?

Based on 12,249 MOT tests across 2,055 vehicles.

65.6%
Pass Rate
4,460
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
2,055
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 696
constant velocity joint gaiter split 619
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 615
parking brake recording little or no effort 465
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 437
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N217 SFH is a 1996 Saab 9000 Cde in White with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 Saab 9000 Cde models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 125,494 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9000 Cde fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 696 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N217 SFH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9000 Cde typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 30 years old, this Saab 9000 Cde is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N217 SFH registered?

N217 SFH is a 1996 Saab 9000 Cde, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N217 SFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N217 SFH shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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