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P268 RYF

1997 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

104,573 mi
Last recorded104,573 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2010
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP268 RYF
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2010 104,573 miles

advise both front brakes slight binding

advise both rear brake discs corroded

advise brakes,steering and suspension components all corrodding

advise chassis showing signs of corroding

advise near side front tyre just legal on 1.6mm on outter edge

advise power steering rack and pipes weeping

Pass 15 Dec 2009 100,082 miles

advise brakes,suspension and exhaust all corroding

advise exhaust blow front pipe

advise front brakes slight binding

Pass 12 Jan 2009 96,933 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2009 96,933 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Jan 2008 93,458 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 88,257 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 82,012 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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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P268 RYF is a 1997 Saab 900 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P268 RYF, 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 P268 RYF registered?

P268 RYF is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 7 March 1997.

Is P268 RYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P268 RYF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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