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P111 TLB

1997 Saab 900

Yellow Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

81,205 mi
Last recorded81,205 miles
Recorded on4 May 2022
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP111 TLB
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2022 81,205 miles
Fail 4 May 2022 81,205 miles

Exhaust system insecure replace 2 mount s rear (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 80,539 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 80,344 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear rear exhaust rubbers perishing

Pass 3 Oct 2018 75,221 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 62,429 miles

Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber mounting both sides (2.4.G.2)

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush both sides (2.5.B.2b)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust system corroded (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 51,842 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 42,548 miles

Nearside door mirror glass insecure and damaged

Pass 28 Jul 2014 33,307 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 21,079 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 20,179 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 19,607 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 19,040 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 18,354 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 17,547 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 15,535 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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P111 TLB is a 1997 Saab 900 in Yellow with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 P111 TLB, 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

How do I check the history of P111 TLB?

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What year was P111 TLB registered?

P111 TLB is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is P111 TLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P111 TLB shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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