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N583 XDV

1996 Saab 900

Black Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

135,018 mi
Last recorded135,018 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2010
Typical for 1996 Saab 900108,260 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN583 XDV
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2010 135,018 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 132,109 miles

Oil leak

Fail 8 Dec 2009 132,109 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Nov 2008 128,208 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 120,793 miles

Oil leak

near side rear tyre slightly distorted

Fail 5 Nov 2007 120,793 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

near side rear tyre slightly distorted

Pass 30 Oct 2006 115,158 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2006 115,158 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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N583 XDV is a 1996 Saab 900 in Black with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N583 XDV, 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

How do I check the history of N583 XDV?

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What year was N583 XDV registered?

N583 XDV is a 1996 Saab 900, first registered on 30 April 1996.

Is N583 XDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N583 XDV shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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