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P217 HLV

1997 Saab 900

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

96,242 mi
Last recorded96,242 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2017
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP217 HLV
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2017 96,242 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 95,431 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 94,630 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 93,951 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 93,253 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2013 93,253 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 92,460 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 91,143 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 3 Feb 2011 91,143 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 5 Feb 2010 88,622 miles

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 88,622 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 85,587 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 82,425 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 9 Feb 2007 79,259 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Feb 2007 79,259 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Feb 2006 75,567 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2006 75,567 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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P217 HLV is a 1997 Saab 900 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 P217 HLV, 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

How do I check the history of P217 HLV?

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What year was P217 HLV registered?

P217 HLV is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 28 February 1997.

Is P217 HLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P217 HLV shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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