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P740 GCF

1997 Saab 900 XS

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,314 mi
Last recorded83,314 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2009
Typical for 1997 Saab 900 XS121,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP740 GCF
MakeSaab
Model900 XS
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 31 Jan 2009 83,314 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 78,334 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 68,650 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 58,208 miles

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

recomend front pads are checked

slight blow from exhaust

slight dampness power steering hose

How Reliable is the Saab 900 XS?

Based on 2,774 MOT tests across 640 vehicles.

65.4%
Pass Rate
7,348
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
640
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 250
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 169
position lamp(s) not working 133
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 121
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 116
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P740 GCF is a 1997 Saab 900 XS in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Saab 900 XS models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 121,220 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 900 XS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 250 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P740 GCF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 900 XS typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Saab 900 XS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P740 GCF registered?

P740 GCF is a 1997 Saab 900 XS, first registered on 19 March 1997.

Is P740 GCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P740 GCF shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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