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P990 SGN

1996 Saab 900

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,183 mi
Last recorded90,183 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2012
Typical for 1996 Saab 900108,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP990 SGN
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2012 90,183 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

front exhaust flexi-pipe deteriorated

gearbox warning light on

rear heatshield loose

Fail 4 Jul 2012 90,183 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

SRS light on

front exhaust flexi-pipe deteriorated

gearbox warning light on

rear heatshield loose

Pass 12 Aug 2010 88,056 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2009 83,841 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2009 83,841 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front registration plate

Pass 14 Aug 2008 79,694 miles

front and rear number plates water marked

nearside front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 17 Aug 2007 74,518 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 74,518 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

rear number plate water marked

Pass 4 Aug 2006 69,024 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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P990 SGN is a 1996 Saab 900 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P990 SGN, 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

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What year was P990 SGN registered?

P990 SGN is a 1996 Saab 900, first registered on 25 October 1996.

Is P990 SGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P990 SGN shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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