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J298 FOU

1991 Saab 9000

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

194,217 mi
Last recorded194,217 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2006
Typical for 1991 Saab 9000138,040 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ298 FOU
MakeSaab
Model9000
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc
View full Saab 9000 reliability data Browse other 1991 Saab 9000 registrations

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 17 Nov 2006 194,217 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9000?

Based on 22,372 MOT tests across 3,962 vehicles.

66.1%
Pass Rate
3,917
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
3,962
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,336
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,090
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 903
parking brake recording little or no effort 875
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 735
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J298 FOU is a 1991 Saab 9000 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Saab 9000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 138,040 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9000 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,336 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J298 FOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9000 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 35 years old, this Saab 9000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J298 FOU registered?

J298 FOU is a 1991 Saab 9000, first registered on 30 September 1991.

Is J298 FOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J298 FOU shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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