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P655 SUU

1997 Saab 9000 Cse

Red Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

91,678 mi
Last recorded91,678 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Saab 9000 Cse125,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP655 SUU
MakeSaab
Model9000 Cse
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 91,678 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Apr 2026 91,646 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Dec 2024 90,935 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Nov 2024 90,934 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working both sides (3.5 (a))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Headlamp not working on main beam both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Side repeater not working both sides (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure showing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure showing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing close to excess (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing close to excess (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 89,626 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2017 89,190 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 88,535 miles

195/65/R15/91V. Fronts 5mm. Rears 6mm.

Fail 29 Jan 2016 88,525 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

195/65/R15/91V. Fronts 5mm. Rears 6mm.

Pass 8 Aug 2014 87,518 miles

NSF HEADLAMP AIM LOW.

OSF INDICATOR BULB LOSING COLOUR

OSR CALIPER HANDBRAKE ARM NOT RELEASING FULLY

Pass 15 Aug 2013 86,954 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 May 2012 85,516 miles

front indicator bulbs discolouring advise replacement

Pass 9 May 2011 84,580 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 79,953 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front o/s tyre wearing on the edges

Pass 21 Feb 2006 74,466 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2006 74,253 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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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P655 SUU is a 1997 Saab 9000 Cse in Red with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P655 SUU, 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 P655 SUU registered?

P655 SUU is a 1997 Saab 9000 Cse, first registered on 14 March 1997.

Is P655 SUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P655 SUU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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