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P179 AFR

1997 Saab 9000 Cd

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2008
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

120,675 mi
Last recorded120,675 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2007
Typical for 1997 Saab 9000 Cd109,391 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP179 AFR
MakeSaab
Model9000 Cd
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2007 120,675 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Fail 17 Jul 2007 120,675 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Fail 14 Jul 2006 112,984 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2006 112,984 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jul 2005 106,218 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Tyres are starting to perish.

Pass 8 Jul 2005 106,218 miles

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

Tyres are starting to perish.

How Reliable is the Saab 9000 Cd?

Based on 14,935 MOT tests across 2,729 vehicles.

65.1%
Pass Rate
4,366
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
2,729
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 902
constant velocity joint gaiter split 788
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 771
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 525
Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image 520
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P179 AFR is a 1997 Saab 9000 Cd in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Saab 9000 Cd models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 109,391 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 9000 Cd fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 902 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P179 AFR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9000 Cd typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Saab 9000 Cd is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P179 AFR registered?

P179 AFR is a 1997 Saab 9000 Cd, first registered on 30 June 1997.

Is P179 AFR safe to buy?

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