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WDZ 8545

1997 Saab 9000 Cs Turbo

Beige Other 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

121,685 mi
Last recorded121,685 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Saab 9000 Cs Turbo126,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWDZ 8545
MakeSaab
Model9000 Cs Turbo
Year1997
ColourBeige
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 121,685 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 119,477 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 108,207 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2023 118,196 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2022 118,156 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 111,767 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 105,591 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 104,350 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2017 104,334 miles

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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WDZ 8545 is a 1997 Saab 9000 Cs Turbo in Beige with a 1,985cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WDZ 8545, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WDZ 8545 registered?

WDZ 8545 is a 1997 Saab 9000 Cs Turbo, first registered on 25 April 1997.

Is WDZ 8545 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WDZ 8545 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.

Does WDZ 8545 have outstanding finance?

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