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N486 HLW

1996 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

111,152 mi
Last recorded111,152 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2016
Typical for 1996 Saab 900108,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN486 HLW
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2016 111,152 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 109,868 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 109,112 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2013 107,797 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2013 107,797 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 106,246 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 100,886 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 983,712 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Nov 2010 98,370 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 95,768 miles

front brake pads worn low

nearside rear tyre worn low needs replacing

Pass 15 Nov 2008 88,354 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2007 81,146 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2007 81,146 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 73,637 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 71,282 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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N486 HLW is a 1996 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N486 HLW, 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 N486 HLW registered?

N486 HLW is a 1996 Saab 900, first registered on 29 March 1996.

Is N486 HLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N486 HLW shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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