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N863 CDB

1996 Saab 9000 Cs

White Lpg 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

179,872 mi
Last recorded179,872 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2012
Typical for 1996 Saab 9000 Cs126,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN863 CDB
MakeSaab
Model9000 Cs
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2012 179,872 miles

Battery insecure

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s/f wing corroded

Pass 27 Oct 2011 166,036 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2011 166,036 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2010 153,351 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

rear exhaust rubbers deteriorating

Fail 16 Oct 2010 153,351 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

rear exhaust rubbers deteriorating

Pass 3 Nov 2009 140,170 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 140,168 miles

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Dec 2008 132,366 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 122,428 miles

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)

Fail 12 Dec 2007 122,428 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Pass 11 Dec 2006 116,286 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2005 114,068 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9000 Cs?

Based on 33,282 MOT tests across 5,124 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
4,999
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
5,124
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,064
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,005
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,704
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,210
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,122
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N863 CDB is a 1996 Saab 9000 Cs in White with a 2,290cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Saab 9000 Cs models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 126,390 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9000 Cs fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,064 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N863 CDB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9000 Cs typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 30 years old, this Saab 9000 Cs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N863 CDB registered?

N863 CDB is a 1996 Saab 9000 Cs, first registered on 29 May 1996.

Is N863 CDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N863 CDB shows 12 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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