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B11 MSD

1996 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

103,868 mi
Last recorded103,868 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2012
Typical for 1996 Saab 900108,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB11 MSD
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2012 103,868 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Sep 2012 103,867 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Aug 2011 97,479 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 89,821 miles

Exhust mount on rear box adrift

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

Offside rear shock absorber has cover adrift

Passangers sun visor missing

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 81,848 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

exhaust heatshield loose

slight coolant leak top rad hose

Pass 8 Aug 2008 77,337 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 77,210 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is fractured (3.6.C.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 7 Aug 2007 72,766 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2007 72,766 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 70,262 miles

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

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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B11 MSD is a 1996 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 B11 MSD, 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 B11 MSD registered?

B11 MSD is a 1996 Saab 900, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is B11 MSD safe to buy?

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