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P981 SUU

1996 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

102,124 mi
Last recorded102,124 miles
Recorded on28 May 2015
Typical for 1996 Saab 900108,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP981 SUU
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 May 2015 102,124 miles

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

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

Rear Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

advise both rear coil springs corroded.

advise both rear tyres perrished.

advise front brake pads wearing low and close to legal limits.

advise metal brake pipes corroded.

advise offside front tyre wearing low.

advise rear exhaust box corroded and outer skin peeling away.

advise slight movement in steering rack mounting points and bulkhead area.

Pass 28 May 2015 102,124 miles

advise both rear coil springs corroded.

advise both rear tyres perrished.

advise front brake pads wearing low and close to legal limits.

advise metal brake pipes corroded.

advise offside front tyre wearing low.

advise rear exhaust box corroded and outer skin peeling away.

advise slight movement in steering rack mounting points and bulkhead area.

Pass 13 Jun 2014 96,276 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2013 92,068 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

offside and nearside rear shock absorbers cover adrift.

Pass 10 Apr 2012 90,162 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 88,266 miles

Oil leak

Pass 27 Oct 2009 85,611 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 83,578 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2007 80,368 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2006 75,743 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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P981 SUU is a 1996 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P981 SUU, 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

How do I check the history of P981 SUU?

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What year was P981 SUU registered?

P981 SUU is a 1996 Saab 900, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P981 SUU safe to buy?

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