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P872 LDP

1998 Saab 900

Green Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

101,890 mi
Last recorded101,890 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP872 LDP
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 101,890 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 100,950 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 99,271 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 98,168 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 97,126 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 95,988 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 94,279 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 91,099 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 91,099 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 88,298 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 86,255 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 84,803 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Sill covers fittede

Pass 26 Sep 2014 83,863 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 81,203 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 79,307 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 78,144 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 75,056 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 71,514 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2008 68,090 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 68,090 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 63,960 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 58,693 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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P872 LDP is a 1998 Saab 900 in Green with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P872 LDP, 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

How do I check the history of P872 LDP?

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What year was P872 LDP registered?

P872 LDP is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 14 April 1998.

Is P872 LDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P872 LDP shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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