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P761 MBK

1997 Saab 9000 Cd

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

117,535 mi
Last recorded117,535 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2008
Typical for 1997 Saab 9000 Cd109,391 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP761 MBK
MakeSaab
Model9000 Cd
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2008 117,535 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2008 117,535 miles

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

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

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

advise osr side light inop,

Pass 2 Nov 2007 111,032 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2006 99,883 miles

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

Fail 3 Nov 2006 99,883 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

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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P761 MBK is a 1997 Saab 9000 Cd in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Saab 9000 Cd models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 109,391 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P761 MBK, 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 29 years old, this Saab 9000 Cd is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P761 MBK registered?

P761 MBK is a 1997 Saab 9000 Cd, first registered on 17 January 1997.

Is P761 MBK safe to buy?

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