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P301 CDG

1997 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

121,395 mi
Last recorded121,395 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2023
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP301 CDG
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2023 121,395 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2023 121,395 miles

Emissions not tested engine overheating (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 121,376 miles

Engine coolant level below minimum limit

Pass 14 Jul 2017 120,927 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 9 Jul 2016 120,607 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)

oil leak

Pass 11 Jul 2015 120,237 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jul 2014 119,762 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Fail 17 Jul 2014 119,759 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jul 2013 119,418 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

clutch operation heavy

engine check warning lamp on

Fail 16 Jul 2013 119,418 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

clutch operation heavy

engine check warning lamp on

Pass 14 Jul 2012 118,634 miles

front brake discs slightly lipped

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

check engine warning light on advise have this checked as soon as possible

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner and outer edge resulting tyre wear close to legal limit

o/s/r tyre has cracks on outer wall but no ply or cord exposed at time of inspection

rear brake discs rusty

Fail 30 Apr 2011 118,135 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Apr 2011 118,135 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jan 2010 98,816 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2009 98,443 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 79,309 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 79,309 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 787,125 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 78,715 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

nearside rear discs corroded

offside rear tyre perished

rear exhaust blowing

Pass 11 Aug 2006 72,896 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 72,896 miles

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

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

both front road wheels buckeld

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

off side rear tyre in poor condition, perished side walls and warn on inner edge

Pass 19 Jul 2005 68,726 miles

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

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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P301 CDG is a 1997 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P301 CDG, 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

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What year was P301 CDG registered?

P301 CDG is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 30 June 1997.

Is P301 CDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P301 CDG shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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