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N302 NFE

1996 Saab 9000 Cd

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

96,865 mi
Last recorded96,865 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2014
Typical for 1996 Saab 9000 Cd107,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN302 NFE
MakeSaab
Model9000 Cd
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2014 96,865 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 93,962 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2013 93,962 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 90,840 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2012 90,459 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside front tyre

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

offside front wing corroded

Pass 23 May 2011 85,764 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 85,764 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

osr tyre sidewall perished

Pass 1 Jun 2010 79,821 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 75,098 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 69,442 miles

Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 1 May 2008 69,283 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt attachment fitting badly deteriorated (5.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Trailing arm cracked (2.4.G.1)

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

Front tyres wearing low on edges

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 4 May 2007 66,421 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 60,659 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

front to rear metal brake pipes just starting to corrode †

headlamp beam pattern poor

nearside sun visor slightly hanging down

How Reliable is the Saab 9000 Cd?

Based on 14,935 MOT tests across 2,729 vehicles.

65.1%
Pass Rate
4,366
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
2,729
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 902
constant velocity joint gaiter split 788
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 771
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 525
Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image 520
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N302 NFE is a 1996 Saab 9000 Cd in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1996 Saab 9000 Cd models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 107,298 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9000 Cd fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 902 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N302 NFE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9000 Cd typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Saab 9000 Cd is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N302 NFE registered?

N302 NFE is a 1996 Saab 9000 Cd, first registered on 9 February 1996.

Is N302 NFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N302 NFE 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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