MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
153,055 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
Nearside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
Nearside Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Saab 9000 CDI?
Based on 498 MOT tests across 133 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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N518 ESG is a 1996 Saab 9000 CDI in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1996 Saab 9000 CDI models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 98,831 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Saab 9000 CDI fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 69 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N518 ESG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Saab 9000 CDI typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 30 years old, this Saab 9000 CDI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was N518 ESG registered?
N518 ESG is a 1996 Saab 9000 CDI, first registered on 28 February 1996.
Is N518 ESG safe to buy?
The MOT history for N518 ESG shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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