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N506 PYE

1996 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2023
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

120,006 mi
Last recorded120,006 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2022
Typical for 1996 Saab 900108,260 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN506 PYE
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2022 120,006 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2022 120,006 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 114,011 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 114,002 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Emissions not tested due to condition of exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 111,453 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Fail 29 Jul 2020 111,452 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Valve stem slightly damaged Both front and nearside rear (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 111,380 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 111,282 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2017 111,282 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 107,640 miles

Oil leak ()

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 107,319 miles

Exhuast heat shield insecure resting on rear pipe

nearside door mirror cover insecure

Fail 21 Jul 2015 107,319 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhuast heat shield insecure resting on rear pipe

nearside door mirror cover insecure

Pass 28 Jul 2014 107,200 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 28 Jul 2014 107,200 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 May 2013 106,661 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 May 2012 105,021 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 102,980 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 102,980 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Feb 2010 102,038 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2009 101,982 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

airbag light stayon

Pass 13 Oct 2008 98,568 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 98,568 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 95,387 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 90,320 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 86,136 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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N506 PYE is a 1996 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 N506 PYE, 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 N506 PYE registered?

N506 PYE is a 1996 Saab 900, first registered on 25 June 1996.

Is N506 PYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N506 PYE shows 25 tests with a 68% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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