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P175 KGM

1997 Saab 900

Green Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

156,690 mi
Last recorded156,690 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2015
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP175 KGM
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2015 156,690 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

nearside rear seat belt not tested child seat

Pass 3 Mar 2014 153,238 miles

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

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

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

exhaust corrosion (rear)

Fail 3 Mar 2014 153,238 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

exhaust corrosion (rear)

Pass 9 Mar 2013 146,095 miles

Some corrosion around rear shock absorber top mounting area.(both sides). Advise treat and underseal.

Pass 6 Mar 2012 139,024 miles

oil leak

Fail 5 Mar 2012 139,024 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is fractured (3.6.C.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

n/s/r tyre

o/s/f tyre

oil leak

tracking

n/s/f tyre

Pass 10 Mar 2011 131,620 miles

advise steering rack

Pass 11 Mar 2010 123,676 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 114,462 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 107,610 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 94,270 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 80,136 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 80,136 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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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P175 KGM is a 1997 Saab 900 in Green with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P175 KGM, 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 P175 KGM registered?

P175 KGM is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 12 May 1997.

Is P175 KGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P175 KGM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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