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N358 GUG

1996 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2013
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

160,643 mi
Last recorded160,643 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2012
Typical for 1996 Saab 900108,260 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN358 GUG
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2012 160,643 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

check eng light illuminated

Pass 5 Sep 2011 155,009 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 155,009 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 150,091 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 150,091 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

front seats unable ro tip forward

Pass 12 Aug 2009 142,112 miles

front seat backs do not fold forward to allow access to rear seats

Fail 12 Aug 2009 142,112 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

front seat backs do not fold forward to allow access to rear seats

Pass 13 Aug 2008 135,679 miles

drivers seat back does not fold forward to allow access to rear seat area

Fail 12 Aug 2008 135,679 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 128,669 miles

both rear seats will not fold forward to allow accessto rear seats

Fail 7 Aug 2007 128,669 miles

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

both front seat backs will not fold forward to allow access to rear seats

Pass 2 Aug 2006 120,550 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2005 113,793 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2005 113,691 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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N358 GUG is a 1996 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 N358 GUG, 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

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What year was N358 GUG registered?

N358 GUG is a 1996 Saab 900, first registered on 3 January 1996.

Is N358 GUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N358 GUG shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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