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R94 YBD

1997 Saab 900

Red Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

92,885 mi
Last recorded92,885 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR94 YBD
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 92,885 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2025 92,885 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 92,583 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 92,204 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 91,206 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 90,871 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 90,285 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 90,041 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 89,358 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 88,494 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 86,459 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 84,122 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 83,115 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 81,445 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 79,713 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 77,146 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 75,588 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 73,763 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 71,687 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 69,880 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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R94 YBD is a 1997 Saab 900 in Red with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 R94 YBD, 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

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What year was R94 YBD registered?

R94 YBD is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is R94 YBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R94 YBD shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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