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P170 KNC

1997 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

130,016 mi
Last recorded130,016 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2009
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP170 KNC
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2009 130,016 miles

Centre handbrake cable mounting to floor weakening

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 30 Jan 2009 130,012 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Centre handbrake cable mounting to floor weakening

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 15 Feb 2008 125,658 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear number plate becoming discoloured

Fail 15 Feb 2008 125,658 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

rear number plate becoming discoloured

Pass 6 Feb 2007 122,544 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2006 113,496 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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P170 KNC is a 1997 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P170 KNC, 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 P170 KNC registered?

P170 KNC is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 10 January 1997.

Is P170 KNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P170 KNC shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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