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NBZ 1166

1996 Saab 9000 Aero

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

213,412 mi
Last recorded213,412 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Saab 9000 Aero145,771 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNBZ 1166
MakeSaab
Model9000 Aero
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 25 Feb 2026 213,412 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 206,976 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 197,525 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2024 197,478 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 186,097 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 176,885 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 151,713 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 150,575 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2018 150,540 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 149,638 miles
Fail 27 May 2017 149,517 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9000 Aero?

Based on 954 MOT tests across 150 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
6,159
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
150
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45
constant velocity joint gaiter split 44
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41
Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image 35
parking brake recording little or no effort 35
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NBZ 1166 is a 1996 Saab 9000 Aero in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1996 Saab 9000 Aero models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 145,771 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 Aero fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NBZ 1166, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9000 Aero typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 30 years old, this Saab 9000 Aero is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NBZ 1166?

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What year was NBZ 1166 registered?

NBZ 1166 is a 1996 Saab 9000 Aero, first registered on 26 March 1996.

Is NBZ 1166 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NBZ 1166 shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NBZ 1166 have outstanding finance?

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