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N239 WTF

1996 Saab 900

Green Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

139,018 mi
Last recorded139,018 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2016
Typical for 1996 Saab 900108,260 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN239 WTF
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2016 139,018 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2016 139,018 miles

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 138,870 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 138,696 miles

wheel nuts not visible, rear exhaust clamp corroded, oil leak, rear ferrules rusty, n/s front ferrule, rear chassis and floors rusty

Fail 18 Aug 2011 138,689 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

wheel nuts not visible, rear exhaust clamp corroded, oil leak, rear ferrules rusty, n/s front ferrule, rear chassis and floors rusty

Pass 19 Aug 2010 138,186 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 138,168 miles

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

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

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

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

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 7 Sep 2009 134,172 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 128,781 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 124,357 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2006 118,202 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2005 111,430 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2005 111,430 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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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N239 WTF is a 1996 Saab 900 in Green with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 N239 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 N239 WTF?

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What year was N239 WTF registered?

N239 WTF is a 1996 Saab 900, first registered on 2 January 1996.

Is N239 WTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N239 WTF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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