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P157 SYF

1997 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

101,916 mi
Last recorded101,916 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2019
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP157 SYF
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2019 101,916 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 22 Jan 2018 100,980 miles

Advise n/s/f brake disc rusted and scored

Advise o/s/r brake disc rusted

Advise rear exhaust box showing signs of fatigue

Pass 20 Jan 2017 100,618 miles

Advise rear exhaust box showing signs of fatigue

Fail 20 Jan 2017 100,618 miles

Advise rear exhaust box showing signs of fatigue

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2016 100,439 miles

Advise rear exhaust box showing signs of fatigue

Pass 19 Jan 2015 99,152 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 97,831 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise front tyres on wear bars 1.6 mm limit

Pass 9 Jan 2013 94,958 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 92,897 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 89,356 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 87,859 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 86,313 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 83,398 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 83,379 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2006 83,368 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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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P157 SYF is a 1997 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 P157 SYF, 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 P157 SYF registered?

P157 SYF is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 22 May 1997.

Is P157 SYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P157 SYF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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