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R73 NUF

1997 Saab 9000

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

186,298 mi
Last recorded186,298 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2023
Typical for 1997 Saab 9000143,219 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR73 NUF
MakeSaab
Model9000
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2023 186,298 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2022 186,287 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 184,430 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2021 184,420 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength undersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 179,992 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 170,651 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 164,672 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 157,809 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 150,142 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 143,270 miles

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Fail 26 May 2015 143,262 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

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Pass 29 May 2014 137,123 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 15 May 2013 131,585 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 125,538 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 125,528 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2011 117,775 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 110,856 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 110,846 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 May 2009 104,854 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 100,684 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 94,341 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

fuel cap broken but seal operates at time of test

Pass 31 May 2006 87,073 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 87,070 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

How Reliable is the Saab 9000?

Based on 22,372 MOT tests across 3,962 vehicles.

66.1%
Pass Rate
3,917
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
3,962
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,336
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,090
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 903
parking brake recording little or no effort 875
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 735
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R73 NUF is a 1997 Saab 9000 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1997 Saab 9000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 143,219 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9000 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,336 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R73 NUF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9000 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 29 years old, this Saab 9000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R73 NUF?

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What year was R73 NUF registered?

R73 NUF is a 1997 Saab 9000, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R73 NUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R73 NUF shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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