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N902 JLP

1996 Saab 900 XS Auto

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

107,133 mi
Last recorded107,133 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2008
Typical for 1996 Saab 900 XS Auto107,903 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN902 JLP
MakeSaab
Model900 XS Auto
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2008 107,133 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 107,133 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 28 Sep 2007 94,166 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 94,166 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2006 87,029 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Sep 2006 87,029 miles

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Pass 2 Feb 2006 83,486 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 900 XS Auto?

Based on 781 MOT tests across 177 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
7,159
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
177
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 30
position lamp(s) not working 29
Stop lamp not working 27
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 25
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N902 JLP is a 1996 Saab 900 XS Auto 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 900 XS Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 107,903 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 XS Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N902 JLP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 900 XS Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Saab 900 XS Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N902 JLP registered?

N902 JLP is a 1996 Saab 900 XS Auto, first registered on 5 July 1996.

Is N902 JLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N902 JLP shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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