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P220 HLV

1997 Saab 900

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

180,705 mi
Last recorded180,705 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2011
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP220 HLV
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2011 180,705 miles

accessory drive belt noisey

centre segment of the 3rd brake light not working

knocking from the front suspension area, but couldn't find a serious cause. Did notice that the top mounts have not been assembled the same each side. advise further investigation

Fail 24 Feb 2011 180,693 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is fractured (3.1.9)

accessory drive belt noisey

centre segment of the 3rd brake light not working

knocking from the front suspension area, but couldn't find a serious cause. Did notice that the top mounts have not been assembled the same each side. advise further investigation

Pass 25 Feb 2010 161,768 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 138,651 miles

slight exhaust leak rear silencer joibt

Pass 28 Feb 2008 113,286 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

o/s outer cv boot leaking grease

Pass 5 Feb 2007 88,953 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2006 77,271 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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P220 HLV is a 1997 Saab 900 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 P220 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.

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What year was P220 HLV registered?

P220 HLV is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P220 HLV safe to buy?

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