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N509 HLW

1996 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

150,110 mi
Last recorded150,110 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2014
Typical for 1996 Saab 900108,260 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN509 HLW
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 26 Sep 2014 150,110 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2012 146,940 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 141,126 miles

steering rack mounts slightly worn //top steering columb has slight movement

Fail 25 Jan 2011 141,119 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is fractured (3.1.9)

Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

steering rack mounts slightly worn //top steering columb has slight movement

Pass 12 Dec 2009 135,740 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 129,073 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Oil leak

Pass 27 Nov 2007 120,235 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2006 105,782 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2005 91,583 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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N509 HLW is a 1996 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 N509 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 N509 HLW registered?

N509 HLW is a 1996 Saab 900, first registered on 26 April 1996.

Is N509 HLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N509 HLW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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