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P247 YJT

1997 Saab 900

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

190,061 mi
Last recorded190,061 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2008
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 16 Sep 2008 190,061 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 190,061 miles

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

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

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

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 165,831 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 165,831 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 149,453 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 149,453 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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P247 YJT is a 1997 Saab 900 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 YJT, 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 YJT registered?

P247 YJT is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 17 January 1997.

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