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P242 GRD

1997 Saab 900

White Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

113,395 mi
Last recorded113,395 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2015
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP242 GRD
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2015 113,395 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

underneath vehicle corroded in various places

Fail 15 May 2014 100,267 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 May 2014 100,267 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 91,304 miles

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

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 2 Apr 2012 89,484 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 85,221 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 80,919 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 76,819 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 71,647 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 68,908 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2007 68,908 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2006 66,645 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front number plate cracked

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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P242 GRD is a 1997 Saab 900 in White with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P242 GRD, 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 P242 GRD registered?

P242 GRD is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 17 April 1997.

Is P242 GRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P242 GRD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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