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J428 SMO

1991 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

164,373 mi
Last recorded164,373 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1991 Saab 900136,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ428 SMO
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 164,373 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 162,800 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2023 161,065 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 159,528 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 157,777 miles

Steering rack has list msting of oil

Pass 26 Sep 2020 156,324 miles

slight oil leak

some dampness around the steering rack

Pass 2 Oct 2019 154,842 miles

Nearside Front condition off inner wing [ lower middel]

Pass 17 Sep 2018 152,616 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 149,660 miles

Oil leak ()

rear flex to metal brake pipe moving around in retaining device

Pass 21 Apr 2016 148,008 miles

Centre Rear stop light not working

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

oil leak

Pass 16 Apr 2015 145,902 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 145,187 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 143,792 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 143,792 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 141,432 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 131,691 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Surface corrosion to all suspension components and some cooling pipes. Battery positive not protected. Servo link arm disconnected. Slight blow from rear exhaust joint.

Pass 5 Mar 2007 120,554 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2006 109,385 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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J428 SMO is a 1991 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1991 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 136,403 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 J428 SMO, 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 35 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 J428 SMO registered?

J428 SMO is a 1991 Saab 900, first registered on 28 November 1991.

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The MOT history for J428 SMO shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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