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P215 JNF

1997 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

163,530 mi
Last recorded163,530 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2010
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP215 JNF
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2010 163,530 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 28 Sep 2009 160,750 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 160,750 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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P215 JNF is a 1997 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P215 JNF, 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.

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What year was P215 JNF registered?

P215 JNF is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P215 JNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P215 JNF shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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