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P417 HFY

1996 Saab 9000 Cd

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

137,105 mi
Last recorded137,105 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2017
Typical for 1996 Saab 9000 Cd107,298 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP417 HFY
MakeSaab
Model9000 Cd
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2017 137,105 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2016 135,350 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 132,730 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2015 132,730 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 15 Jan 2014 130,498 miles

Nearside Outer Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 15 Jan 2014 130,498 miles

Nearside Outer Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2013 127,047 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 10 Jan 2013 127,047 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jan 2012 123,419 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 118,576 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 112,891 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Oct 2008 106,185 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 10 Oct 2008 106,176 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 8 Oct 2007 97,056 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2007 97,052 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2006 89,850 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Fail 18 Oct 2006 89,847 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Steering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)

How Reliable is the Saab 9000 Cd?

Based on 14,935 MOT tests across 2,729 vehicles.

65.1%
Pass Rate
4,366
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
2,729
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 902
constant velocity joint gaiter split 788
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 771
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 525
Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image 520
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P417 HFY is a 1996 Saab 9000 Cd in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1996 Saab 9000 Cd models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 107,298 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 9000 Cd fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 902 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P417 HFY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9000 Cd typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Saab 9000 Cd is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P417 HFY registered?

P417 HFY is a 1996 Saab 9000 Cd, first registered on 25 September 1996.

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The MOT history for P417 HFY shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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