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N303 HRO

1996 Saab 900

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

161,682 mi
Last recorded161,682 miles
Recorded on4 May 2009
Typical for 1996 Saab 900108,260 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN303 HRO
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2009 161,682 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

check engine warning light staying on

corrosion build up on tailpipe around joint

rear screenwash not operating

slight difference in rear brake application on roller brake test

slight leaks from power steering pipes at bulkhead and pump

Fail 1 May 2009 161,682 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

check engine warning light staying on

corrosion build up on tailpipe around joint

rear screenwash not operating

slight difference in rear brake application on roller brake test

slight leaks from power steering pipes at bulkhead and pump

Pass 5 May 2008 152,776 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside and nearside front driveshaft inner joints have slight wear

offside and nearside front tyres starting to wear on inner edges

oil leaking in engine bay

rear screenwash not operating

slight difference in rear footbrake application

slight leak at power steering pipe on bulkhead

slight play in offside and nearside front upper strut bearings

Pass 10 May 2007 143,226 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 143,226 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

corrosion build up on exhaust at rear joint

exhaust centre hanger corroded and insecure on pipe

offside and nearside front lower suspension arm connecting bushes

oil leaking in engine bay

Pass 4 May 2006 129,249 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 129,249 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

corrosion build up on both front brake discs

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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N303 HRO is a 1996 Saab 900 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 N303 HRO, 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 N303 HRO registered?

N303 HRO is a 1996 Saab 900, first registered on 3 April 1996.

Is N303 HRO safe to buy?

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