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N448 JLW

1996 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

77,617 mi
Last recorded77,617 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2023
Typical for 1996 Saab 900108,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN448 JLW
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Fail 29 Aug 2023 77,617 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 73,590 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 71,442 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 70,205 miles

exhaust deteriated

Pass 8 Feb 2018 69,281 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

corrosion o/s/r inner wheelarch

Fail 1 Feb 2018 69,267 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floorpan by seat holed (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

corrosion o/s/r inner wheelarch

Pass 2 Aug 2016 68,332 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 66,336 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2015 66,336 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2014 63,424 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 61,134 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 58,566 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 56,968 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 55,863 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2010 55,863 miles

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

Fail 20 Jan 2009 53,703 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 53,703 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 52,058 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2007 51,873 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 47,937 miles

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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N448 JLW is a 1996 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N448 JLW, 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 N448 JLW registered?

N448 JLW is a 1996 Saab 900, first registered on 11 April 1996.

Is N448 JLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N448 JLW shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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