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P101 PHK

1997 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

138,494 mi
Last recorded138,494 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP101 PHK
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2019 138,494 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 124,790 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 108,944 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2016 106,612 miles

Offside Rear nail in tyre

Pass 10 Jun 2015 103,253 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

exhaust centre section is corroded

rear discs are pitted

Fail 5 Jun 2015 103,245 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

exhaust centre section is corroded

front discs are pitted pads are 60 percent worn

rear discs are pitted

Pass 6 Jun 2014 99,709 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 96,652 miles

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

exhaust front flexible breaking up

Pass 31 May 2012 92,622 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

exhaust flexy pipe deteriorated

Pass 2 Jun 2011 88,773 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 85,345 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 80,011 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 75,181 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 102,730 miles
Fail 17 May 2007 71,114 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Upper Vehicle structure has a fracture which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 18 May 2006 66,926 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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P101 PHK is a 1997 Saab 900 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P101 PHK, 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 P101 PHK registered?

P101 PHK is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is P101 PHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P101 PHK shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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