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J156 EWW

1992 Saab 900

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

112,230 mi
Last recorded112,230 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 1992 Saab 900130,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ156 EWW
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 112,230 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 108,887 miles

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 105,003 miles

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 102,918 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 100,584 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2021 100,550 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 99,949 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 99,201 miles

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 May 2019 99,194 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 98,644 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 98,639 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Dec 2016 149,991 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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J156 EWW is a 1992 Saab 900 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1992 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 130,972 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 J156 EWW, 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 34 years old, this Saab 900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J156 EWW registered?

J156 EWW is a 1992 Saab 900, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is J156 EWW safe to buy?

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