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R788 YBK

1998 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

119,313 mi
Last recorded119,313 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2010
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR788 YBK
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2010 119,313 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 113,138 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 108,707 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 94,439 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 94,439 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

O/S/F tyre split slightly on inner wall.

Slight leak from steering rack.

Pass 22 May 2006 84,061 miles
Fail 22 May 2006 84,061 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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R788 YBK is a 1998 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R788 YBK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R788 YBK registered?

R788 YBK is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 29 April 1998.

Is R788 YBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R788 YBK shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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