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N787 UPA

1996 Saab 9000 Cd

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

121,883 mi
Last recorded121,883 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2009
Typical for 1996 Saab 9000 Cd107,298 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN787 UPA
MakeSaab
Model9000 Cd
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2009 121,883 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 110,248 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 110,245 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 90,768 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Feb 2006 79,005 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2006 79,005 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c) DANGEROUS

Both rear inner anti roll bar bushes have slight play, not to excess at time of test

How Reliable is the Saab 9000 Cd?

Based on 14,935 MOT tests across 2,729 vehicles.

65.1%
Pass Rate
4,366
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
2,729
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 902
constant velocity joint gaiter split 788
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 771
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 525
Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image 520
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N787 UPA is a 1996 Saab 9000 Cd in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1996 Saab 9000 Cd models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 107,298 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 9000 Cd fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 902 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N787 UPA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9000 Cd typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Saab 9000 Cd is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N787 UPA registered?

N787 UPA is a 1996 Saab 9000 Cd, first registered on 2 February 1996.

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