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P315 FAV

1997 Saab 900 SE Turbo

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

176,001 mi
Last recorded176,001 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2008
Typical for 1997 Saab 900 SE Turbo114,683 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP315 FAV
MakeSaab
Model900 SE Turbo
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 27 Jun 2008 176,001 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Apr 2006 170,879 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Saab 900 SE Turbo?

Based on 1,925 MOT tests across 419 vehicles.

64.3%
Pass Rate
6,567
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
419
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 125
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 108
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 108
Registration plate lamp not working 78
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 77
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P315 FAV is a 1997 Saab 900 SE Turbo in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Saab 900 SE Turbo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 114,683 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 SE Turbo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P315 FAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 900 SE Turbo typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Saab 900 SE Turbo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P315 FAV registered?

P315 FAV is a 1997 Saab 900 SE Turbo, first registered on 21 May 1997.

Is P315 FAV safe to buy?

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