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P923 XGJ

1997 Saab 900

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

141,476 mi
Last recorded141,476 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP923 XGJ
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 141,476 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Slight surface corrosion under vehicle.

Fail 4 May 2018 141,476 miles

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front Oil leak ()

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Slight surface corrosion under vehicle.

Pass 11 May 2017 141,465 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 141,410 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 140,826 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 136,928 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 132,287 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 129,943 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2011 127,548 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 127,548 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Feb 2010 122,655 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 120,980 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)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 112,716 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 105,872 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 102,469 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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P923 XGJ is a 1997 Saab 900 in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1997 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 103,926 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 P923 XGJ, 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 29 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 P923 XGJ registered?

P923 XGJ is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P923 XGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P923 XGJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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