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IIG 9005

1996 Saab 900

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

158,640 mi
Last recorded158,640 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2013
Typical for 1996 Saab 900108,260 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIIG 9005
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2013 158,640 miles

Oil leak

wiper torn but clearing screen

Pass 19 Sep 2012 149,592 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 142,924 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 141,355 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2010 141,352 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2009 139,891 miles

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

Oil leak

nearside rear tyre outer sidewall starting to perish

offside rear tyre outer edge wearing

Pass 23 Sep 2008 138,326 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 137,553 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 137,553 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

off/side rear lamp lens cracked

Pass 14 Sep 2006 134,253 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

exhaust centre silencer rusty and rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 15 Sep 2005 130,436 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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IIG 9005 is a 1996 Saab 900 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 IIG 9005, 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 IIG 9005 registered?

IIG 9005 is a 1996 Saab 900, first registered on 16 February 1996.

Is IIG 9005 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IIG 9005 shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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