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H9 JHJ

1997 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

21,377 mi
Last recorded21,377 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2022
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH9 JHJ
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2022 21,377 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 20,852 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 20,151 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 19,800 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 19,433 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 19,056 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 18,680 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 18,170 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 17,628 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 17,139 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

battery leaking electrolyte

Pass 29 Apr 2011 16,497 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 15,703 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 14,919 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2008 14,183 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 13,418 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 12,653 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 12,653 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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H9 JHJ is a 1997 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 H9 JHJ, 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.

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What year was H9 JHJ registered?

H9 JHJ is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 30 April 1997.

Is H9 JHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for H9 JHJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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