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J161 CHE

1992 Saab 900

White Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

55,956 mi
Last recorded55,956 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2017
Typical for 1992 Saab 900130,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ161 CHE
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2017 55,956 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 55,562 miles

Nearside Front brake flexy hose cracked

Offside Front brake flexy hose cracked

exhaust rubbers cracked and split

Pass 15 Sep 2015 52,432 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box joint (7.1.2)

Rear coil spring corroded botrh (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 14 Sep 2015 52,835 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box joint (7.1.2)

Rear coil spring corroded botrh (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 51,240 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 47,448 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 42,855 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 42,048 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 38,886 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 35,275 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 27,039 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 25,673 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 24,465 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 24,461 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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J161 CHE is a 1992 Saab 900 in White with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 J161 CHE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J161 CHE registered?

J161 CHE is a 1992 Saab 900, first registered on 30 March 1992.

Is J161 CHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for J161 CHE shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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