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P838 TFL

1996 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

64,956 mi
Last recorded64,956 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Saab 900108,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP838 TFL
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 64,956 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 63,780 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 62,397 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 61,065 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 61,030 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Aug 2021 61,030 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 61,022 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 61,022 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

tyres starting to perish.

Pass 18 Jun 2015 60,507 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 59,661 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 58,734 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 57,607 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 56,824 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 56,106 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 55,393 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 55,031 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 53,638 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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P838 TFL is a 1996 Saab 900 in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 P838 TFL, 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

How do I check the history of P838 TFL?

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What year was P838 TFL registered?

P838 TFL is a 1996 Saab 900, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P838 TFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P838 TFL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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