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P174 GPE

1997 Saab 900

Beige Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP174 GPE
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Oct 2024 80,593 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2024 80,593 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 74,693 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 71,852 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Jul 2022 71,852 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 70,193 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both side (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under cabin (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

steering wheel slight free play

Pass 6 May 2014 66,816 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Mar 2013
Pass 29 Mar 2012 62,469 miles

Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 17 Mar 2012 62,444 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jan 2011 60,577 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 58,180 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 12 Feb 2010 58,180 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 55,542 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 53,617 miles

n/s/f tyre wonr on outer edge.

Pass 16 Jan 2007 51,500 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2007 51,499 miles

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

O/S/R Tyre (Poor Condition)

Pass 26 Jan 2006 50,191 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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P174 GPE is a 1997 Saab 900 in Beige with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 P174 GPE, 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 P174 GPE registered?

P174 GPE is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 23 February 1997.

Is P174 GPE safe to buy?

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