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N556 OYU

1995 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

141,681 mi
Last recorded141,681 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2017
Typical for 1995 Saab 900111,757 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN556 OYU
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2017 141,681 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front brake slightly binding

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear tyre slightly perished on wall

Offside Front tyre badly worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

fuel pip filler neck pipe clips corroded and insecure

Fail 23 Jun 2017 141,677 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front brake slightly binding

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear tyre slightly perished on wall

Offside Front tyre badly worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

fuel pip filler neck pipe clips corroded and insecure

Pass 1 Jul 2016 140,038 miles

Centre coolant leak damp around abs pump

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output slightly dimmer (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear fuel breather pipe clips rusted off

all four brake discs pitted

auto/box cooler pipes rusting

Fail 30 Jun 2016 140,038 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded footwell brace (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded footwell brace (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported both silencer mounting rubbers split (7.1.1)

Centre coolant leak damp around abs pump

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output slightly dimmer (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear fuel breather pipe clips rusted off

all four brake discs pitted

auto/box cooler pipes rusting

Pass 12 Jun 2015 136,681 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 8 Jun 2015 136,678 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

front brake application slightly uneven

Pass 17 Dec 2013 135,092 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 131,643 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Fail 26 Mar 2012 131,643 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 127,859 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 14 Feb 2011 127,859 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

advise rear exhaust mounts slightly split

Pass 21 Jan 2010 123,998 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 119,624 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 112,616 miles

both front tyres on 2mm tread depth

Pass 21 Sep 2006 103,052 miles

exhaust system corroded at rear

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
Full Saab 900 reliability report

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N556 OYU is a 1995 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1995 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 111,757 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 N556 OYU, 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 31 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 N556 OYU registered?

N556 OYU is a 1995 Saab 900, first registered on 20 December 1995.

Is N556 OYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N556 OYU shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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