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P912 FNR

1997 Saab 900 XS Auto

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

121,727 mi
Last recorded121,727 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2009
Typical for 1997 Saab 900 XS Auto109,530 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP912 FNR
MakeSaab
Model900 XS Auto
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2009 121,727 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

advise n/s/r door does not open

advise slight play in top steering column bush

Fail 14 Feb 2009 121,727 miles

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

Centre Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

advise n/s/r door does not open

advise slight play in top steering column bush

Fail 11 Feb 2009 121,725 miles

Centre Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) or their associated mountings locking device insecure (3.1.4b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

advise 1* rear exhaust rubber mountin starting to split

advise condition of exhaust middle sections

advise imbalance and distortion to front brakes

advise off swide front wiper split and slightly smearing

advise screen chipped

advise stainage to front number plate

Fail 13 Feb 2008 115,646 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

advise condition of rear exhaust silencer

advise inbalance to front brakes

advise screen chipped

Pass 13 Feb 2008 115,646 miles

advise condition of rear exhaust silencer

advise inbalance to front brakes

advise screen chipped

Pass 15 Feb 2007 109,250 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 102,269 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 900 XS Auto?

Based on 781 MOT tests across 177 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
7,159
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
177
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 30
position lamp(s) not working 29
Stop lamp not working 27
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 25
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P912 FNR is a 1997 Saab 900 XS Auto in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1997 Saab 900 XS Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 109,530 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 900 XS Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P912 FNR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 900 XS Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Saab 900 XS Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P912 FNR registered?

P912 FNR is a 1997 Saab 900 XS Auto, first registered on 23 May 1997.

Is P912 FNR safe to buy?

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