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P121 LRX

1997 Saab 900

Green Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

180,198 mi
Last recorded180,198 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2015
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP121 LRX
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2015 180,198 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 177,458 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 175,671 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 173,190 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 154,505 miles

Centre Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.1.9)

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

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

Fail 28 Feb 2011 154,505 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Centre Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.1.9)

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2010 138,372 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2009 121,781 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2008 109,342 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 97,706 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2006 86,820 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 86,820 miles

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

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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P121 LRX is a 1997 Saab 900 in Green with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P121 LRX, 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 P121 LRX?

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What year was P121 LRX registered?

P121 LRX is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 18 April 1997.

Is P121 LRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P121 LRX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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