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P127 RYP

1997 Saab 900

Red Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

155,169 mi
Last recorded155,169 miles
Recorded on4 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP127 RYP
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 May 2013 155,169 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe repaired, but not inappropriately (3.6.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

boot floor pans corroded

drivers seat doesnt lift forward to access rear seats

Fail 4 May 2013 155,169 miles

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

Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe repaired, but not inappropriately (3.6.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

boot floor pans corroded

drivers seat doesnt lift forward to access rear seats

Fail 25 Feb 2013 155,166 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

advise chip in nearside windscreen

advise rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 4 Jan 2012 154,180 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 154,180 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 150,447 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 142,677 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 131,544 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 131,544 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 124,216 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 115,656 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 106,651 miles

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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P127 RYP is a 1997 Saab 900 in Red with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P127 RYP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P127 RYP registered?

P127 RYP is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 13 January 1997.

Is P127 RYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P127 RYP shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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