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R46 UJH

1997 Saab 9000 Cs Turbo

Beige Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

195,359 mi
Last recorded195,359 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2008
Typical for 1997 Saab 9000 Cs Turbo126,891 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR46 UJH
MakeSaab
Model9000 Cs Turbo
Year1997
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2008 195,359 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

n/s/f seat belt stork broken

slight corrotion under vehicle

small chip to windscreen

Fail 2 Feb 2008 195,167 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2007 182,697 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2007 182,685 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

n/s/r lamp slight damage

o/s washer jet only one jet working of two

Pass 6 Oct 2005 182,006 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2005 181,998 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Saab 9000 Cs Turbo?

Based on 1,472 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
6,749
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 119
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 111
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 110
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 83
Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image 62
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R46 UJH is a 1997 Saab 9000 Cs Turbo in Beige with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Saab 9000 Cs Turbo models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 126,891 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 Cs Turbo fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 119 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R46 UJH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9000 Cs Turbo typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Saab 9000 Cs Turbo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R46 UJH registered?

R46 UJH is a 1997 Saab 9000 Cs Turbo, first registered on 8 August 1997.

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