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P505 WCK

1997 Saab 9000 Cd

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2013
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

77,218 mi
Last recorded77,218 miles
Recorded on2 May 2012
Typical for 1997 Saab 9000 Cd109,391 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP505 WCK
MakeSaab
Model9000 Cd
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 May 2012 77,218 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 77,218 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 74,809 miles

all exhaust rubbers perished

drivers rear tyre low on tread

passenger front tyre side wall damaged

Fail 27 Apr 2011 74,809 miles

drivers rear tyre low on tread

Nearside Front Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

all exhaust rubbers perished

passenger front tyre side wall damaged

Pass 18 May 2010 72,217 miles

rear bumper has some damages

Fail 18 May 2010 72,217 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

rear bumper has some damages

Fail 20 May 2009 69,616 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Pass 20 May 2009 69,616 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 66,685 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 66,685 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 10 May 2007 63,511 miles

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 May 2007 63,511 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 59,913 miles

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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P505 WCK is a 1997 Saab 9000 Cd in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 1997 Saab 9000 Cd models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 109,391 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 P505 WCK, 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 29 years old, this Saab 9000 Cd is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P505 WCK registered?

P505 WCK is a 1997 Saab 9000 Cd, first registered on 30 January 1997.

Is P505 WCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P505 WCK shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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