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J501 PUR

1992 Saab 900

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

121,503 mi
Last recorded121,503 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2022
Typical for 1992 Saab 900130,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ501 PUR
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2022 121,503 miles

Age related corrosion to underbody and front suspension

Pass 19 Sep 2016 121,498 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 121,489 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 121,371 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 121,185 miles

exhaust rubber splitting

Pass 14 Jun 2012 120,829 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 17 Jun 2011 120,534 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 120,534 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 120,197 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 119,668 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 118,085 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 117,202 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 116,088 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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J501 PUR is a 1992 Saab 900 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 J501 PUR, 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 J501 PUR?

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What year was J501 PUR registered?

J501 PUR is a 1992 Saab 900, first registered on 28 January 1992.

Is J501 PUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J501 PUR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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