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N218 WTF

1996 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2011
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

146,684 mi
Last recorded146,684 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2010
Typical for 1996 Saab 900108,260 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN218 WTF
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2010 146,684 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2010 146,684 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 9 Jan 2009 141,563 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 141,563 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2008 134,976 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Jan 2008 134,976 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2006 128,380 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2006 128,380 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2005

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Dec 2005 120,093 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
Full Saab 900 reliability report

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N218 WTF is a 1996 Saab 900 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 N218 WTF, 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

How do I check the history of N218 WTF?

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What year was N218 WTF registered?

N218 WTF is a 1996 Saab 900, first registered on 11 January 1996.

Is N218 WTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N218 WTF shows 10 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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