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P783 PGK

1996 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

138,711 mi
Last recorded138,711 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2012
Typical for 1996 Saab 900108,260 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP783 PGK
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2012 138,711 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 130,420 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2010 130,419 miles

Brake linkage excessively damaged and seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 119,733 miles

advise front lower arm bushes worn

advise power steering pipe weeping

advise power steering rack weeping

Pass 5 Nov 2008 115,733 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 111,323 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 106,879 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 106,875 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Saab 900?

Based on 358,142 MOT tests across 40,566 vehicles.

67.7%
Pass Rate
3,962
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
40,566
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16,771
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,261
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 13,034
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 11,409
position lamp(s) not working 11,155
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P783 PGK is a 1996 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 108,260 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16,771 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P783 PGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 900 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 30 years old, this Saab 900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P783 PGK registered?

P783 PGK is a 1996 Saab 900, first registered on 30 August 1996.

Is P783 PGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P783 PGK shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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