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P290 DDF

1997 Saab 900

Yellow Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

96,852 mi
Last recorded96,852 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2022
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP290 DDF
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2022 96,852 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2022 96,852 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2021 95,584 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 May 2021 95,584 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 95,099 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 28 May 2019 94,335 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 91,519 miles

Damage to offside front floor

Exhaust system in poor condition

Nearside rear tyre in poor condition

Fail 16 May 2018 91,519 miles

Damage to offside front floor

Exhaust system in poor condition

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear tyre in poor condition

Pass 14 Jun 2017 90,394 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 89,184 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 86,987 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 85,161 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 79,161 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 76,617 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 May 2011 74,693 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 27 May 2010 73,799 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear tyres cracked

Pass 29 May 2009 72,754 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 71,787 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 May 2007 70,948 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 69,226 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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P290 DDF is a 1997 Saab 900 in Yellow with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 P290 DDF, 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

How do I check the history of P290 DDF?

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What year was P290 DDF registered?

P290 DDF is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 8 July 1997.

Is P290 DDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P290 DDF shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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