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P449 GJM

1997 Saab 9000

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

135,054 mi
Last recorded135,054 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2010
Typical for 1997 Saab 9000143,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP449 GJM
MakeSaab
Model9000
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2010 135,054 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

front discs worn

plastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of sills

rear reg plate detiriorated

Pass 21 Oct 2009 129,566 miles

plastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of sills

Pass 12 Nov 2008 125,849 miles

rear reg plate deteriorated

Pass 11 Oct 2007 117,054 miles

rear reg plate detiriorated

Fail 8 Oct 2007 117,052 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

rear reg plate detiriorated

Pass 5 Oct 2006 109,552 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2005 101,327 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9000?

Based on 22,372 MOT tests across 3,962 vehicles.

66.1%
Pass Rate
3,917
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
3,962
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,336
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,090
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 903
parking brake recording little or no effort 875
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 735
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P449 GJM is a 1997 Saab 9000 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Saab 9000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 143,219 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9000 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,336 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P449 GJM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9000 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 29 years old, this Saab 9000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P449 GJM registered?

P449 GJM is a 1997 Saab 9000, first registered on 24 June 1997.

Is P449 GJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P449 GJM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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