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P642 XPN

1997 Saab 9000 Cse Turbo

Green Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

188,322 mi
Last recorded188,322 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2009
Typical for 1997 Saab 9000 Cse Turbo123,827 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP642 XPN
MakeSaab
Model9000 Cse Turbo
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2009 188,322 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 188,322 miles

Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 179,198 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Fail 22 Feb 2008 179,193 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil leak

nearside front door check strap bolts loose

Pass 11 Oct 2006 153,086 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 139,971 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 139,971 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

How Reliable is the Saab 9000 Cse Turbo?

Based on 4,082 MOT tests across 802 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
6,553
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
802
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 287
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 274
constant velocity joint gaiter split 240
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 185
Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image 157
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P642 XPN is a 1997 Saab 9000 Cse Turbo in Green with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1997 Saab 9000 Cse Turbo models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 123,827 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 Cse Turbo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 287 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P642 XPN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9000 Cse Turbo typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Saab 9000 Cse Turbo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P642 XPN is a 1997 Saab 9000 Cse Turbo, first registered on 11 April 1997.

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