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J209 DHV

1992 Saab 900

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

171,255 mi
Last recorded171,255 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2016
Typical for 1992 Saab 900130,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ209 DHV
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2016 171,255 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2016 171,255 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Fail 6 Jun 2015 166,080 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2015 166,080 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 157,737 miles

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

o/s front tyre worn on edge /n/s/rear tyre worn on edge

o/s/front lower ball joint evidence of rust round the boot

Fail 10 Sep 2013 157,737 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

o/s front tyre worn on edge /n/s/rear tyre worn on edge

o/s/front lower ball joint evidence of rust round the boot

Pass 13 Sep 2012 151,897 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 151,897 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 139,204 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 129,955 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 121,277 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 109,267 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 97,395 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 85,031 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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J209 DHV is a 1992 Saab 900 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 J209 DHV, 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

How do I check the history of J209 DHV?

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What year was J209 DHV registered?

J209 DHV is a 1992 Saab 900, first registered on 11 February 1992.

Is J209 DHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J209 DHV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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