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P148 APR

1997 Saab 900

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

133,749 mi
Last recorded133,749 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2012
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP148 APR
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2012 133,749 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 129,541 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2009 123,143 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 118,355 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 113,509 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 107,312 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 100,905 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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P148 APR is a 1997 Saab 900 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P148 APR, 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 P148 APR registered?

P148 APR is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 13 March 1997.

Is P148 APR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P148 APR shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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