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P237 FBL

1997 Saab 900 S Auto

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

115,590 mi
Last recorded115,590 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2009
Typical for 1997 Saab 900 S Auto100,021 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP237 FBL
MakeSaab
Model900 S Auto
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2009 115,590 miles

centre brake light disconnected

Pass 14 Apr 2008 111,557 miles

exhaust system corroded

headlight wipers not working

high level stoplight has some bulbs which are not working

hubcaps on roadwheels

outer sills are covered

play in offside front seat

rear wiper blade is split

Fail 9 Apr 2008 111,557 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

exhaust system corroded

headlight wipers not working

high level stoplight has some bulbs which are not working

hubcaps on roadwheels

outer sills are covered

play in offside front seat

rear wiper blade is split

Pass 6 Sep 2006 102,544 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 102,544 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2005 96,371 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2005 96,371 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake cable has a seized clevis joint pivot (3.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

How Reliable is the Saab 900 S Auto?

Based on 1,707 MOT tests across 412 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
6,144
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
412
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 123
position lamp(s) not working 67
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 60
Registration plate lamp not working 57
Direction indicator incorrect colour 55
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P237 FBL is a 1997 Saab 900 S Auto in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1997 Saab 900 S Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 100,021 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 S Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 123 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P237 FBL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 900 S Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Saab 900 S Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P237 FBL registered?

P237 FBL is a 1997 Saab 900 S Auto, first registered on 6 February 1997.

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