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N498 XVV

1996 Saab 9000

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

125,071 mi
Last recorded125,071 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2007
Typical for 1996 Saab 9000147,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN498 XVV
MakeSaab
Model9000
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 22 Nov 2007 125,071 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 122,029 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9000?

Based on 22,372 MOT tests across 3,962 vehicles.

66.1%
Pass Rate
3,917
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
3,962
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,336
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,090
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 903
parking brake recording little or no effort 875
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 735
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N498 XVV is a 1996 Saab 9000 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Saab 9000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 147,422 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9000 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,336 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N498 XVV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9000 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 30 years old, this Saab 9000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N498 XVV registered?

N498 XVV is a 1996 Saab 9000, first registered on 15 April 1996.

Is N498 XVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N498 XVV shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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