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F488 BYC

1988 Saab 9000 I

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

116,402 mi
Last recorded116,402 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2006
Typical for 1988 Saab 9000 I118,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF488 BYC
MakeSaab
Model9000 I
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2006 116,402 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2006 116,396 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

How Reliable is the Saab 9000 I?

Based on 499 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.

63.1%
Pass Rate
5,154
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 47
constant velocity joint gaiter split 36
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 30
Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image 30
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F488 BYC is a 1988 Saab 9000 I in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1988 Saab 9000 I models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.9% with a typical mileage of 118,403 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 I fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F488 BYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9000 I typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Saab 9000 I is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F488 BYC?

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What year was F488 BYC registered?

F488 BYC is a 1988 Saab 9000 I, first registered on 4 August 1988.

Is F488 BYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F488 BYC shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F488 BYC have outstanding finance?

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