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P79 WCK

1997 Saab 9000 Cd

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

122,624 mi
Last recorded122,624 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2011
Typical for 1997 Saab 9000 Cd109,391 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP79 WCK
MakeSaab
Model9000 Cd
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2011 122,624 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 121,669 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 112,572 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 108,839 miles

Oil leak

Fail 14 Nov 2007 108,837 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Nov 2006 98,738 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 98,544 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fail 8 Nov 2006 98,457 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

advise steering pump action sounds rough further inspection recommended

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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P79 WCK is a 1997 Saab 9000 Cd in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 P79 WCK, 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 P79 WCK registered?

P79 WCK is a 1997 Saab 9000 Cd, first registered on 17 January 1997.

Is P79 WCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P79 WCK shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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