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R227 JKP

1997 Saab 900 SE

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,386 mi
Last recorded72,386 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2008
Typical for 1997 Saab 900 SE97,662 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR227 JKP
MakeSaab
Model900 SE
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2008 72,386 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 63,777 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 63,777 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2006 59,551 miles

cannot open nearside rear door

How Reliable is the Saab 900 SE?

Based on 803 MOT tests across 162 vehicles.

67.6%
Pass Rate
6,458
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
162
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 74
position lamp(s) not working 36
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 32
Direction indicator incorrect colour 31
Registration plate lamp not working 28
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R227 JKP is a 1997 Saab 900 SE in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Saab 900 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 97,662 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 900 SE fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R227 JKP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 900 SE typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Saab 900 SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R227 JKP registered?

R227 JKP is a 1997 Saab 900 SE, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R227 JKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R227 JKP shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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