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N984 YDA

1996 Saab 90

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

159,035 mi
Last recorded159,035 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2009
Typical for 1996 Saab 90116,780 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN984 YDA
MakeSaab
Model90
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2009 159,035 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2009 159,035 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 May 2007 145,658 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 5 May 2007 145,613 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 6 May 2006 143,015 miles
Fail 6 May 2006 143,010 miles

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

How Reliable is the Saab 90?

Based on 1,363 MOT tests across 192 vehicles.

64.9%
Pass Rate
3,828
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
192
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 84
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 76
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 63
position lamp(s) not working 62
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 60
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N984 YDA is a 1996 Saab 90 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Saab 90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 116,780 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 90 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N984 YDA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 90 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 30 years old, this Saab 90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N984 YDA registered?

N984 YDA is a 1996 Saab 90, first registered on 25 January 1996.

Is N984 YDA safe to buy?

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