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K17 YKT

1997 Saab 900

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

131,514 mi
Last recorded131,514 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2020
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK17 YKT
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 17 Sep 2020 131,514 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected under wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 130,572 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2019 130,572 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Fuel hose insecure filler hose to tank underneath clip broken to secure hose to tank (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Dec 2014 130,570 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 122,947 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 24 Aug 2012 122,947 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 23 Aug 2011 122,706 miles

Both front wheel rims have sustained minor impact damage.

Oil leak

Pass 7 Feb 2011 119,175 miles

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 6 Jan 2010 116,555 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 2 Jan 2009 113,596 miles

Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Jan 2008 112,119 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 110,297 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 104,307 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2006 104,307 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

How Reliable is the Saab 900?

Based on 358,142 MOT tests across 40,566 vehicles.

67.7%
Pass Rate
3,962
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
40,566
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16,771
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,261
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 13,034
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 11,409
position lamp(s) not working 11,155
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K17 YKT is a 1997 Saab 900 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 103,926 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16,771 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K17 YKT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 900 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 29 years old, this Saab 900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K17 YKT registered?

K17 YKT is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is K17 YKT safe to buy?

The MOT history for K17 YKT shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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