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P840 JEC

1997 Saab 9000 CDI Auto

White Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2024
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

178,013 mi
Last recorded178,013 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2023
Typical for 1997 Saab 9000 CDI Auto106,557 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP840 JEC
MakeSaab
Model9000 CDI Auto
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2023 178,013 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jan 2023 178,013 miles

Headlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 172,944 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jan 2022 172,944 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Steering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2009 121,281 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 121,153 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 112,923 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 102,184 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 93,592 miles

both front head lamps craked

How Reliable is the Saab 9000 CDI Auto?

Based on 517 MOT tests across 134 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
6,784
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
134
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 48
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 27
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27
position lamp(s) not working 24
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P840 JEC is a 1997 Saab 9000 CDI Auto in White with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Saab 9000 CDI Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 106,557 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 CDI Auto fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P840 JEC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9000 CDI Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Saab 9000 CDI Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P840 JEC registered?

P840 JEC is a 1997 Saab 9000 CDI Auto, first registered on 28 February 1997.

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