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P74 FKJ

1996 Saab 9000 Cs

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

121,687 mi
Last recorded121,687 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 1996 Saab 9000 Cs126,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP74 FKJ
MakeSaab
Model9000 Cs
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 121,687 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2026 121,687 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 121,645 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Fail 4 Oct 2024 121,645 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2023 119,264 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened stabiliser bar (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Oct 2023 119,104 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened stabiliser bar (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 118,522 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 118,042 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 116,814 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 116,042 miles

Exhaust deteriorating

Pass 28 Apr 2017 115,095 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 114,076 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 113,098 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 111,642 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 110,451 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 109,430 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 105,803 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 103,320 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 101,868 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 99,767 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 95,296 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 90,358 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9000 Cs?

Based on 33,282 MOT tests across 5,124 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
4,999
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
5,124
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,064
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,005
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,704
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,210
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,122
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P74 FKJ is a 1996 Saab 9000 Cs in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1996 Saab 9000 Cs models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 126,390 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9000 Cs fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,064 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P74 FKJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9000 Cs typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 30 years old, this Saab 9000 Cs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P74 FKJ registered?

P74 FKJ is a 1996 Saab 9000 Cs, first registered on 30 August 1996.

Is P74 FKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P74 FKJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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