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N452 PHX

1996 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,370 mi
Last recorded123,370 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2021
Typical for 1996 Saab 900108,260 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN452 PHX
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Fail 29 Jun 2021 123,370 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

vacuum hose leaking

vehicle restricted view

Pass 25 Jun 2020 116,773 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

vehicle restricted view

Fail 24 Jun 2020 116,773 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

vehicle restricted view

Pass 25 Jun 2019 109,008 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 5 Jun 2018 99,755 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

engine cover

Pass 12 Jun 2017 92,644 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 92,644 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 87,846 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Rear advise tyre (inner wall

Rear exhaust corroded

Fail 14 Jun 2016 87,846 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Rear advise tyre (inner wall

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 16 Jun 2015 79,800 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

advise closer inspection to engine mountings

advise new fuel cap

Fail 15 Jun 2015 79,800 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is fractured (3.6.C.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

advise closer inspection to engine mountings

advise new fuel cap

Pass 25 Mar 2014 70,775 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 70,036 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 68,872 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 67,161 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 64,627 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 62,227 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 60,038 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 56,644 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 53,795 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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N452 PHX 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 N452 PHX, 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 N452 PHX registered?

N452 PHX is a 1996 Saab 900, first registered on 29 April 1996.

Is N452 PHX safe to buy?

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