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N351 TPR

1996 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,024 mi
Last recorded85,024 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2008
Typical for 1996 Saab 900108,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN351 TPR
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2008 85,024 miles

engine oil leak

Pass 13 Nov 2007 76,906 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2007 76,906 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

both rear tyres perishing and wearing low

small stone chip in windscreen

Pass 15 Nov 2006 61,460 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 61,460 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

front discs slightly lipped

slight damp patch around steering rack

Pass 22 Nov 2005 49,119 miles

covers over outer sills

off side front tyre on 1.6 legal limit

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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N351 TPR is a 1996 Saab 900 in Blue with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N351 TPR, 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 N351 TPR?

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What year was N351 TPR registered?

N351 TPR is a 1996 Saab 900, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N351 TPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N351 TPR shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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