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R312 YJU

1997 Saab 900 S Turbo

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

177,844 mi
Last recorded177,844 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2007
Typical for 1997 Saab 900 S Turbo124,014 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR312 YJU
MakeSaab
Model900 S Turbo
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 22 Jan 2007 177,844 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 169,608 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 900 S Turbo?

Based on 880 MOT tests across 178 vehicles.

63.2%
Pass Rate
5,653
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
178
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 69
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 68
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 66
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 59
parking brake recording little or no effort 40
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R312 YJU is a 1997 Saab 900 S Turbo in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Saab 900 S Turbo models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 124,014 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 900 S Turbo fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 69 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R312 YJU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 900 S Turbo typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Saab 900 S Turbo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R312 YJU registered?

R312 YJU is a 1997 Saab 900 S Turbo, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R312 YJU safe to buy?

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