MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
213,891 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Saab 9000 CDI Auto?
Based on 517 MOT tests across 134 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P981 NLY is a 1997 Saab 9000 CDI Auto in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
Across all 1997 Saab 9000 CDI Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 106,557 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 9000 CDI Auto fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P981 NLY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Saab 9000 CDI Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Saab 9000 CDI Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was P981 NLY registered?
P981 NLY is a 1997 Saab 9000 CDI Auto, first registered on 31 December 1997.
Is P981 NLY safe to buy?
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