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N488 OCD

1996 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2025
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

118,860 mi
Last recorded118,860 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2024
Typical for 1996 Saab 900108,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN488 OCD
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2024 118,860 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 118,424 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 117,237 miles

both fuel tank straps corroded

Fail 26 May 2022 117,237 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

both fuel tank straps corroded

Pass 23 Feb 2021 117,227 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 117,219 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel tank strap corroded

Underside corroded

Pass 4 Mar 2019 117,189 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at side of fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 117,153 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2018 117,153 miles

Central Rear Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 117,141 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 117,057 miles

Nearside Rear tyre very perrished

Offside Front tyre very perrished

Offside Rear tyre very perrished

Pass 28 Mar 2015 117,043 miles

front suspension weak

off side front tyre inner shoulder worn down

rear coil springs rusting

Fail 26 Mar 2015 117,043 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

front suspension weak

off side front tyre inner shoulder worn down

rear brake discs rusting

rear coil springs rusting

Pass 14 Mar 2014 117,034 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 117,034 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

near side rear tyre perishing

off side front tyre inner edge perishing in one area

off side rear tyre badly perishing

Pass 8 Mar 2013 116,904 miles

air bag warning lamp stays on

Fail 7 Mar 2013 116,900 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

air bag warning lamp stays on

Pass 8 Mar 2012 116,875 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2011 116,780 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 116,776 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 116,744 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 116,676 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 116,214 miles

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

start of corrosion on ferrules on both rear flexi brake hoses

Fail 3 Mar 2006 115,528 miles

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

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

rear number plate shows start of deteriation

Pass 3 Mar 2006 115,528 miles

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

rear number plate shows start of deteriation

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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N488 OCD is a 1996 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 N488 OCD, 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.

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What year was N488 OCD registered?

N488 OCD is a 1996 Saab 900, first registered on 16 March 1996.

Is N488 OCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N488 OCD shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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