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P114 XAP

1997 Saab 900

Green Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2019
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

91,811 mi
Last recorded91,811 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2018
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP114 XAP
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2018 91,811 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 91,155 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 88,901 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 86,241 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2014 83,897 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 83,897 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 81,128 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 78,589 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2012 78,589 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 11 Nov 2011 77,291 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 77,291 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 76,150 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2010 76,150 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 74,305 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2009 74,305 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 72,560 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Nov 2007 70,316 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 68,233 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 68,224 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2005 66,388 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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P114 XAP is a 1997 Saab 900 in Green with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 P114 XAP, 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 P114 XAP registered?

P114 XAP is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 28 February 1997.

Is P114 XAP safe to buy?

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