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P231 BFJ

1996 Saab 9000 CDI Auto

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

122,891 mi
Last recorded122,891 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2007
Typical for 1996 Saab 9000 CDI Auto111,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP231 BFJ
MakeSaab
Model9000 CDI Auto
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2007 122,891 miles

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

Fail 12 Dec 2007 122,891 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2006 120,841 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2006 120,825 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Saab 9000 CDI Auto?

Based on 517 MOT tests across 134 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
6,784
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
134
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 48
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 27
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27
position lamp(s) not working 24
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P231 BFJ is a 1996 Saab 9000 CDI Auto in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Saab 9000 CDI Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 111,499 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 Auto fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P231 BFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was P231 BFJ registered?

P231 BFJ is a 1996 Saab 9000 CDI Auto, first registered on 11 November 1996.

Is P231 BFJ safe to buy?

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