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P540 HFY

1996 Saab 9000 Cd

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

96,261 mi
Last recorded96,261 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Saab 9000 Cd107,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP540 HFY
MakeSaab
Model9000 Cd
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 96,261 miles

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective Slightly blurred pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2025 94,846 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 94,018 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 92,791 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 91,625 miles

Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2022 91,625 miles

Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2021 90,381 miles

Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 89,870 miles

Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2020 89,870 miles

Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2019 89,284 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 88,492 miles

coil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 87,182 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 83,731 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2016 83,730 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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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P540 HFY is a 1996 Saab 9000 Cd 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 Cd models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 107,298 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P540 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 P540 HFY registered?

P540 HFY is a 1996 Saab 9000 Cd, first registered on 15 October 1996.

Is P540 HFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P540 HFY 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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