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P419 VGJ

1997 Saab 9000 Cse

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

136,719 mi
Last recorded136,719 miles
Recorded on20 May 2009
Typical for 1997 Saab 9000 Cse125,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP419 VGJ
MakeSaab
Model9000 Cse
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2009 136,719 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 136,654 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 12 May 2008 128,917 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 121,695 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 113,567 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 113,567 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

How Reliable is the Saab 9000 Cse?

Based on 66,427 MOT tests across 8,456 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
5,407
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
8,456
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,315
constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,266
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,254
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2,148
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,998
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P419 VGJ is a 1997 Saab 9000 Cse in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Saab 9000 Cse models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 125,188 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 Cse fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 3,315 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P419 VGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9000 Cse typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Saab 9000 Cse is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P419 VGJ registered?

P419 VGJ is a 1997 Saab 9000 Cse, first registered on 26 March 1997.

Is P419 VGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P419 VGJ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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