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OKZ 9807

1997 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

168,286 mi
Last recorded168,286 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2011
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOKZ 9807
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2011 168,286 miles

small chips on screen

temp fuel cap fitted

Fail 27 Jan 2010 166,675 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

n/s/r high level brake light inop.

Pass 27 Jan 2010 166,675 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/r high level brake light inop.

Fail 23 Nov 2009 166,673 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

both front to rear brake pipes started to corrode

offside rear tyre close to limit

one bulb inop on high level stop light

slight blow from rear exhaust joint

Pass 8 Nov 2008 161,613 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Nov 2007 153,620 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2007 153,617 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Corrosoin on all brake pipes

Offside rear tyre has uneven wear

Pass 21 Nov 2006 146,506 miles

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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OKZ 9807 is a 1997 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1997 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 103,926 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 OKZ 9807, 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 29 years old, this Saab 900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OKZ 9807 registered?

OKZ 9807 is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 15 October 1997.

Is OKZ 9807 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OKZ 9807 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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