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P170 TGF

1997 Saab 900

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

62,736 mi
Last recorded62,736 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2025
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP170 TGF
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2025 62,736 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis leg / bulkhead area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Dec 2024 62,639 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch marked yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis leg / bulkhead area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 59,042 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 50,657 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 50,514 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 50,438 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 49,854 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 48,084 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 45,313 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2014 43,315 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 43,070 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 42,526 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 42,120 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 27,701 miles

front wiper blades split at ends

Pass 17 Dec 2009 25,968 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 25,866 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 25,264 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2007 24,761 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

o/s/f tyre has chunk out of sidewall

Pass 20 Dec 2007 24,761 miles

o/s/f tyre has chunk out of sidewall

Pass 23 Nov 2006 24,130 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 24,128 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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 TGF is a 1997 Saab 900 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 P170 TGF, 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 P170 TGF registered?

P170 TGF is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P170 TGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P170 TGF shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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