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N430 AJM

1996 Saab 9000 Cd

Black Petrol 2963cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2008
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

181,782 mi
Last recorded181,782 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2007
Typical for 1996 Saab 9000 Cd107,298 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN430 AJM
MakeSaab
Model9000 Cd
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,963cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2007 181,782 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 166,393 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2007 166,393 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2006 151,290 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 151,275 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Alloy wheel fitted no locking wheel nuts

Damage to front exhaust system

Damage to gear box casing

Damage to oil sump

Engine oil leak

Fuel cap cover is damaged

Head lamp adjuster is not working

Pass 31 Jan 2006 133,594 miles

water pump noisey

crankshaft pulley running wobbly

Fail 31 Jan 2006 133,594 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

crankshaft pulley running wobbly

water pump noisey

Pass 22 Aug 2005 113,576 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2005 113,576 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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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N430 AJM is a 1996 Saab 9000 Cd in Black with a 2,963cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N430 AJM, 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 N430 AJM registered?

N430 AJM is a 1996 Saab 9000 Cd, first registered on 16 May 1996.

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