MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
184,822 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
front number plate could be better condition
n/s/r brake hose ferules corroded
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
front number plate could be better condition
n/s/r brake hose ferules corroded
coolant fan may not be working loosing coolant at idle
front no plate degrading
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
How Reliable is the Saab 900?
Based on 358,142 MOT tests across 40,566 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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N278 XAV is a 1996 Saab 900 in Beige with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 N278 XAV, 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 N278 XAV registered?
N278 XAV is a 1996 Saab 900, first registered on 19 June 1996.
Is N278 XAV safe to buy?
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