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J10 SSU

1997 Saab 900

Yellow Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

133,125 mi
Last recorded133,125 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2016
Typical for 1997 Saab 900103,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ10 SSU
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2016 133,125 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 111,456 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 109,463 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 108,453 miles

near side rear hand brake needs adjusting

oil switch leaking

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 16 Apr 2012 106,281 miles

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

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

rear box corroded

Pass 14 Apr 2011 104,792 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 100,477 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 97,244 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 97,244 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 93,951 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 89,573 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Hand brake lever slightly high

Pass 17 May 2006 83,656 miles

front tyres getting close to limit and tyre walls slightly worn

Pass 19 May 2005 75,907 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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J10 SSU is a 1997 Saab 900 in Yellow with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 J10 SSU, 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 J10 SSU registered?

J10 SSU is a 1997 Saab 900, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is J10 SSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J10 SSU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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