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A20 OSN

1996 Saab 900

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

140,189 mi
Last recorded140,189 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 1996 Saab 900108,260 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 OSN
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 140,189 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 136,160 miles

rear floor (spare wheel carrier) is corroded. Not a prescribed area

Fail 20 Jun 2016 136,145 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shock absorber top mounting (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber top mounting (2.4.A.3)

rear floor (spare wheel carrier) is corroded. Not a prescribed area

Pass 19 Jun 2015 132,313 miles

Spare wheel well in the boot floor is excessively corroded, however it is not within a prescribed area

Pass 18 Jun 2014 128,163 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 67,663 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2012 113,643 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 110,521 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 104,340 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 101,935 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 99,686 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 95,293 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 90,287 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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A20 OSN is a 1996 Saab 900 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 A20 OSN, 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 A20 OSN registered?

A20 OSN is a 1996 Saab 900, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is A20 OSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 OSN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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