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P247 YFR

1997 Saab 900

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

107,327 mi
Last recorded107,327 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP247 YFR
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2016 107,327 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 107,327 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2015 94,652 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 94,651 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/50/16 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick metal to metal (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 1 Jul 2014 85,857 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output (1.2.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 85,857 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output (1.2.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 71,651 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 70,395 miles

O/S/R tyre has some cracking to outer sidewall,no visible cord.

Slight damage to front number plate,secure and can be read ok.

Fail 9 Mar 2011 70,395 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

O/S/R tyre has some cracking to outer sidewall,no visible cord.

Slight damage to front number plate,secure and can be read ok.

Fail 15 Sep 2010 69,279 miles

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 69,279 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 66,791 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 63,064 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 58,804 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 53,920 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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P247 YFR is a 1997 Saab 900 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 P247 YFR, 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 P247 YFR registered?

P247 YFR is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 11 April 1997.

Is P247 YFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P247 YFR shows 15 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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