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P131 WGT

1997 Saab 900

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2021
Tests22 (12 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

89,948 mi
Last recorded89,948 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2020
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP131 WGT
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

12 pass 10 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2020 89,948 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 88,218 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2018 88,218 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 87,875 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2017 87,872 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2016 82,535 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

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

Fail 8 Nov 2016 82,535 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2015 74,868 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

Fail 5 Nov 2015 74,868 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2014 74,520 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014 74,520 miles

Centre Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 73,180 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 73,180 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 72,138 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 71,306 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Jul 2009 71,306 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 66,940 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 66,940 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 21 Jul 2007 61,430 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 21 Jul 2007 61,430 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2005 50,024 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2005 50,024 miles

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

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

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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P131 WGT is a 1997 Saab 900 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 P131 WGT, 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.

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What year was P131 WGT registered?

P131 WGT is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 4 July 1997.

Is P131 WGT safe to buy?

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