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J424 WAN

1992 Saab 900

Green Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests30 (21 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

113,634 mi
Last recorded113,634 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 Saab 900130,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ424 WAN
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

21 pass 9 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 113,634 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jun 2025 111,943 miles

Front Chip in front windscreen in Zone B

Steering column top bearing slightly worn Play is steering column top bush (2.2.2 (b))

Valve stem slightly damaged All 4 tyre vavles are cracking (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 111,566 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 111,063 miles

o/s/f shock stained...

small oil leaks

steering rack damp

Pass 1 Jul 2022 110,681 miles

chips on screen

o/s/f shock damp

oil leaks!!

Fail 30 Jun 2022 110,681 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

chips on screen

o/s/f shock damp

oil leaks!!

Pass 6 Jul 2021 110,221 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive from pas hose (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jun 2021 110,219 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high os and ns (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive from pas hose (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 108,782 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play lower steering column coupling (2.2.2 (c))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2020 108,780 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Hazard warning lamps inoperative FRONT AND REAR (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play lower steering column coupling (2.2.2 (c))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 107,559 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 106,485 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2017 105,179 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 105,179 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 May 2016 103,383 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 103,383 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 May 2015 100,493 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 100,493 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 19 May 2014 100,263 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 100,132 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 99,992 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 99,775 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 99,513 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 99,513 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 May 2009 99,173 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 98,774 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 98,774 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 10 May 2007 98,560 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 98,560 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 9 May 2006 97,468 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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J424 WAN is a 1992 Saab 900 in Green with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 J424 WAN, 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 J424 WAN registered?

J424 WAN is a 1992 Saab 900, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J424 WAN safe to buy?

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