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V257 FPB

1999 Saab 95

Red Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

124,409 mi
Last recorded124,409 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2006
Typical for 1999 Saab 95104,139 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV257 FPB
MakeSaab
Model95
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2006 124,409 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2006 124,409 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

advanced wear on front discs

childseat fitted to n/s/r

damage to n/s/r wheel arch

engine hunting

engine oil leaks

n/s/f tyre close to legal limit on edges

Pass 20 Oct 2005 106,560 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2005 106,558 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

exhaust corroded

front and rear number plates water damaged

handbrake travel high

o/s/f headlight cracked

rear discs sligthly corroded

stone chips in windscreen

How Reliable is the Saab 95?

Based on 2,807 MOT tests across 531 vehicles.

74.1%
Pass Rate
6,703
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
531
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 124
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 56
position lamp(s) not working 49
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 46
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
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V257 FPB is a 1999 Saab 95 in Red with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1999 Saab 95 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 104,139 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 95 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V257 FPB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 95 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 27 years old, this Saab 95 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of V257 FPB?

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What year was V257 FPB registered?

V257 FPB is a 1999 Saab 95, first registered on 30 September 1999.

Is V257 FPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V257 FPB shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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