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R24 YKP

1998 Saab 900

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

73,478 mi
Last recorded73,478 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2024
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR24 YKP
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2024 73,478 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 73,265 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Dec 2022 73,187 miles

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear inner arch slightly corroded

Pass 14 Dec 2021 72,601 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 71,595 miles

Offside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 70,637 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 67,337 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 66,352 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion tray. (6.1.B.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 64,336 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 62,829 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 61,837 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 60,089 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 57,652 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 54,437 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 48,116 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2010 48,116 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 47,323 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2009 47,323 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 45,920 miles

sill covers fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2007 45,496 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 38,573 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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R24 YKP is a 1998 Saab 900 in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1998 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 100,828 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 R24 YKP, 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 28 years old, this Saab 900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R24 YKP registered?

R24 YKP is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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