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N46 XOP

1996 Saab 9000 CDI

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

173,632 mi
Last recorded173,632 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2008
Typical for 1996 Saab 9000 CDI98,831 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN46 XOP
MakeSaab
Model9000 CDI
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2008 173,632 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2008 173,632 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 169,769 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Oct 2007 169,769 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2006 165,874 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

How Reliable is the Saab 9000 CDI?

Based on 498 MOT tests across 133 vehicles.

59.4%
Pass Rate
5,635
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
133
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 69
constant velocity joint gaiter split 35
parking brake recording little or no effort 32
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31
position lamp(s) not working 27
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N46 XOP is a 1996 Saab 9000 CDI in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1996 Saab 9000 CDI models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 98,831 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Saab 9000 CDI fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 69 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N46 XOP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9000 CDI typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 30 years old, this Saab 9000 CDI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N46 XOP registered?

N46 XOP is a 1996 Saab 9000 CDI, first registered on 26 January 1996.

Is N46 XOP safe to buy?

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