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P178 TGF

1997 Saab 900 SE V6 Auto

Black Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

128,635 mi
Last recorded128,635 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2008
Typical for 1997 Saab 900 SE V6 Auto127,461 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP178 TGF
MakeSaab
Model900 SE V6 Auto
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2008 128,635 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 121,295 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 106,229 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 900 SE V6 Auto?

Based on 709 MOT tests across 173 vehicles.

65.4%
Pass Rate
6,000
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
173
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 36
Brake pipe excessively corroded 33
position lamp(s) not working 33
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P178 TGF is a 1997 Saab 900 SE V6 Auto in Black with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Saab 900 SE V6 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 127,461 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 900 SE V6 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P178 TGF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 900 SE V6 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Saab 900 SE V6 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P178 TGF registered?

P178 TGF is a 1997 Saab 900 SE V6 Auto, first registered on 31 January 1997.

Is P178 TGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P178 TGF shows 3 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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