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P8 DWU

1996 Saab 900

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

164,283 mi
Last recorded164,283 miles
Recorded on8 May 2017
Typical for 1996 Saab 900108,260 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP8 DWU
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2017 164,283 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded nearside rear (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Underside has surface rust

parking brake needs slight adjustment

Pass 28 Apr 2016 163,793 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 163,158 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 160,627 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Apr 2013 157,249 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 150,358 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 144,295 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 128,827 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 117,358 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 108,172 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 7 Apr 2008 108,149 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 99,660 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 80,287 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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P8 DWU is a 1996 Saab 900 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 P8 DWU, 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 P8 DWU registered?

P8 DWU is a 1996 Saab 900, first registered on 31 October 1996.

Is P8 DWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P8 DWU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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