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P303 TGF

1997 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

99,099 mi
Last recorded99,099 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2014
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP303 TGF
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2014 99,099 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Sep 2014 99,098 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2013 94,856 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

nearside front washer jet partial blockage

nearside rear lamp lens unit slightly damaged(temp repair carried out)

rear wiper defective

steering rack gaitors oily

Fail 22 Aug 2013 94,584 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

n/s/f washer jet weak spray

temp gauge not working

Pass 30 Aug 2012 91,597 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 16 Aug 2011 87,914 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 87,914 miles

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

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

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

oil leak? engine /oil cooler

slight fluid weep steering rack area

slight play in steering column top bush

Pass 22 Jul 2010 82,555 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 76,242 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2008 73,405 miles

Both rear brake hose ferruals slightly corroded

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

Exhaust flexi joint at front becoming seperated

Indicator Stalk Slightly Insecure

Rear exhaust corroded and just starting to leak

Fail 5 Aug 2008 73,405 miles

Both rear brake hose ferruals slightly corroded

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

Exhaust flexi joint at front becoming seperated

Indicator Stalk Slightly Insecure

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear exhaust corroded and just starting to leak

Pass 26 Jul 2007 69,354 miles

BOTH REAR BRAKE HOSE FERRULES SLIGHTLY CORRODED BOTH SIDES

IMBALANCE ON PARKING BRAKE

SLIGHT MOVEMENT IN UPPER STEERING COLUMN

Pass 17 Aug 2006 66,176 miles

BOTH REAR & OFFSIDE FRONT INDECATORS SHOWING SLIGHT WHITE LIGHT

FRONT TYRES 195/65X15 †REAR TYRES 185/65X15 ????

LARGE SCREW IN NEARSIDE REAR TYRE

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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P303 TGF is a 1997 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 P303 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 P303 TGF registered?

P303 TGF is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P303 TGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P303 TGF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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