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P979 MRH

1996 Saab 9000 Cse

Red Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

157,319 mi
Last recorded157,319 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2012
Typical for 1996 Saab 9000 Cse129,530 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP979 MRH
MakeSaab
Model9000 Cse
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2012 157,319 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 152,159 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 147,430 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 143,111 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 138,815 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 133,623 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 133,623 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

all four tyres low

Pass 17 Jul 2006 127,566 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9000 Cse?

Based on 66,427 MOT tests across 8,456 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
5,407
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
8,456
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,315
constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,266
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,254
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2,148
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,998
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P979 MRH is a 1996 Saab 9000 Cse in Red with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1996 Saab 9000 Cse models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 129,530 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9000 Cse fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 3,315 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P979 MRH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9000 Cse typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 30 years old, this Saab 9000 Cse is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P979 MRH registered?

P979 MRH is a 1996 Saab 9000 Cse, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P979 MRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P979 MRH shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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