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N71 SEW

1996 Saab 900 SE

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2009
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

172,645 mi
Last recorded172,645 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2008
Typical for 1996 Saab 900 SE104,744 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN71 SEW
MakeSaab
Model900 SE
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 30 Aug 2008 172,645 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 170,716 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2006 166,004 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 161,305 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 900 SE?

Based on 803 MOT tests across 162 vehicles.

67.6%
Pass Rate
6,458
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
162
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 74
position lamp(s) not working 36
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 32
Direction indicator incorrect colour 31
Registration plate lamp not working 28
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N71 SEW is a 1996 Saab 900 SE in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Saab 900 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 104,744 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 900 SE fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N71 SEW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 900 SE typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Saab 900 SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N71 SEW registered?

N71 SEW is a 1996 Saab 900 SE, first registered on 5 January 1996.

Is N71 SEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N71 SEW shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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