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N189 WDP

1995 Saab 9000

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

241,136 mi
Last recorded241,136 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2019
Typical for 1995 Saab 9000149,530 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN189 WDP
MakeSaab
Model9000
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2019 241,136 miles

patches of corrosion

Fail 14 May 2018 241,104 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

nearside and offside rear inner valance holed and corroded

Pass 3 Feb 2017 234,303 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 1 Oct 2015 219,762 miles

oil leak

Fail 23 Sep 2015 219,332 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

oil leak

Pass 16 Dec 2014 211,364 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 202,308 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front tyres worn on inner edges

oil leaks

Fail 9 Dec 2013 202,191 miles

Fuel hose excessively damaged (7.2.2)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front tyres worn on inner edges

oil leaks

Pass 14 Nov 2012 193,681 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Fail 14 Nov 2012 193,681 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 23 Oct 2012 193,207 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 165,795 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 160,580 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Dec 2008 152,172 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2008 15,172 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 3 Jan 2008 136,757 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

wipers smear

Pass 9 Jan 2007 125,947 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2006 111,668 miles

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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N189 WDP is a 1995 Saab 9000 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1995 Saab 9000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 149,530 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 N189 WDP, 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 31 years old, this Saab 9000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N189 WDP registered?

N189 WDP is a 1995 Saab 9000, first registered on 9 October 1995.

Is N189 WDP safe to buy?

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