Saab 9000 Cse Turbo Auto (1997)
1997 Saab 9000 Cse Turbo Auto
CarHunch analysed 136 real MOT records for the 1997 Saab 9000 Cse Turbo Auto. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 1997 SAAB 9000 is a troublemaker: only 36% pass first time against the UK average of 80%, meaning you're looking at a car that will need real money spent before it's roadworthy. The good news is that dangerous defects are relatively rare at 8%, but three advisories per vehicle on average signals chronic minor wear that adds up quickly.
At nearly 135,000 miles on the clock, these cars are well-used, and the 1.25 failures per vehicle tells you they're not aging gracefully—suspension, electrics, and turbo plumbing tend to be the culprits. If you're serious about one, budget for an independent pre-purchase inspection and factor in at least one full service cycle of repairs before you drive it home.
What to check before buying a 1997 Saab 9000 Cse Turbo Auto
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 135 | 36.3% | 1.23 |
| Other (1%) | 1 | 33.3% | 4 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1997 Saab 9000 Cse Turbo Auto vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1997 Saab 9000 Cse Turbo Auto vehicles fall between 114,119 and 150,953 miles.
MOT History Averages
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