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P856 RBF

1997 Saab 9000 Cd

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

139,734 mi
Last recorded139,734 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2010
Typical for 1997 Saab 9000 Cd109,391 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP856 RBF
MakeSaab
Model9000 Cd
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2010 139,734 miles

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

Fail 18 Nov 2009 136,943 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2009 136,943 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 133,281 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 18 Nov 2008 133,279 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Nov 2007 129,397 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 116,307 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

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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P856 RBF is a 1997 Saab 9000 Cd in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P856 RBF, 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 P856 RBF registered?

P856 RBF is a 1997 Saab 9000 Cd, first registered on 30 April 1997.

Is P856 RBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P856 RBF shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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