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P526 MLW

1996 Saab 9000 CDI Auto

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

69,653 mi
Last recorded69,653 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 1996 Saab 9000 CDI Auto111,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP526 MLW
MakeSaab
Model9000 CDI Auto
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 69,653 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 23 Jan 2026 69,653 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 62,185 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 57,157 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing down (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 51,665 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 46,393 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2021 46,349 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 40,139 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2020 40,102 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 34,668 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 33,816 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 32,883 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 31,699 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 30,353 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9000 CDI Auto?

Based on 517 MOT tests across 134 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
6,784
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
134
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 48
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 27
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27
position lamp(s) not working 24
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P526 MLW is a 1996 Saab 9000 CDI Auto in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1996 Saab 9000 CDI Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 111,499 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9000 CDI Auto fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P526 MLW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9000 CDI Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 30 years old, this Saab 9000 CDI Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P526 MLW registered?

P526 MLW is a 1996 Saab 9000 CDI Auto, first registered on 24 December 1996.

Is P526 MLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P526 MLW shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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