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A23 EXJ

1988 Saab 900

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

156,132 mi
Last recorded156,132 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1988 Saab 900134,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 EXJ
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 156,132 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 156,131 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 156,064 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 156,064 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2016 155,243 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 155,220 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Pass 16 May 2015 154,686 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

off side steering rack boot twisted

Pass 9 Jul 2014 154,642 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 154,642 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 154,420 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 154,108 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

oil leak

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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A23 EXJ is a 1988 Saab 900 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1988 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 134,016 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 A23 EXJ, 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 38 years old, this Saab 900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A23 EXJ?

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What year was A23 EXJ registered?

A23 EXJ is a 1988 Saab 900, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is A23 EXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A23 EXJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A23 EXJ have outstanding finance?

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