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N231 OWL

1996 Saab 9000 Cde

Green Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

175,291 mi
Last recorded175,291 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2007
Typical for 1996 Saab 9000 Cde125,494 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN231 OWL
MakeSaab
Model9000 Cde
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 17 Oct 2007 175,291 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 159,995 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 141,566 miles

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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N231 OWL is a 1996 Saab 9000 Cde in Green with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N231 OWL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N231 OWL registered?

N231 OWL is a 1996 Saab 9000 Cde, first registered on 12 July 1996.

Is N231 OWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N231 OWL shows 3 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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