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P814 UGC

1996 Saab 900

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

99,909 mi
Last recorded99,909 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2016
Typical for 1996 Saab 900108,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP814 UGC
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2016 99,909 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 97,195 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 93,976 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 18 Nov 2014 93,975 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2013 89,936 miles

advise bonnet release

advise both front tyres wear on edges nearing limits

advise front and rear number plates

Fail 21 Nov 2013 89,936 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

advise bonnet release

advise both front tyres wear on edges nearing limits

advise front and rear number plates

Pass 7 Nov 2012 85,906 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2012 85,906 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 81,307 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 77,164 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 72,872 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 67,382 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 67,378 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Nov 2007 62,627 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 56,532 miles

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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P814 UGC is a 1996 Saab 900 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 P814 UGC, 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 P814 UGC registered?

P814 UGC is a 1996 Saab 900, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P814 UGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P814 UGC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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