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P247 TGF

1997 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

97,361 mi
Last recorded97,361 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2017
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP247 TGF
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2017 97,361 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 96,194 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 94,124 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 92,549 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 91,038 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2012 91,038 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2011 88,151 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

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

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

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

n/s/r tyre outer wall cut

rear disc worn

Pass 20 Dec 2010 86,525 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2010 86,449 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Rear exhaust box corroded

nearside front brake disc excessively corroded

nearside rear brake disc excessively corroded

offside front brake disc excessively corroded

offside rear brake disc excessively corroded

Pass 4 Dec 2008 83,238 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 71,211 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 71,207 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Outer Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 60,125 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 55,491 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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P247 TGF is a 1997 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 P247 TGF, 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 P247 TGF registered?

P247 TGF is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P247 TGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P247 TGF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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