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P140 RYN

1997 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

114,442 mi
Last recorded114,442 miles
Recorded on26 May 2012
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP140 RYN
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2012 114,442 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 110,401 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 110,401 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2010 106,228 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 100,808 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 91,747 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 82,678 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 72,954 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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P140 RYN is a 1997 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P140 RYN, 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 P140 RYN registered?

P140 RYN is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is P140 RYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P140 RYN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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