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P778 CBL

1996 Saab 9000 Cd

Green Petrol 2963cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

126,232 mi
Last recorded126,232 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2008
Typical for 1996 Saab 9000 Cd107,298 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP778 CBL
MakeSaab
Model9000 Cd
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,963cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2008 126,232 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 123,326 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 23 Mar 2007 123,326 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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P778 CBL is a 1996 Saab 9000 Cd in Green with a 2,963cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P778 CBL, 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 P778 CBL registered?

P778 CBL is a 1996 Saab 9000 Cd, first registered on 20 August 1996.

Is P778 CBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P778 CBL shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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