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J538 CHV

1991 Saab 9000

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2017
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,958 mi
Last recorded51,958 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2016
Typical for 1991 Saab 9000138,040 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ538 CHV
MakeSaab
Model9000
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 17 Oct 2016 51,958 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 49,587 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 46,704 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 44,060 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 41,562 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 38,677 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 36,728 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 36,231 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 35,039 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 34,098 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 31,693 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2005 31,318 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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J538 CHV is a 1991 Saab 9000 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests 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 J538 CHV, 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

How do I check the history of J538 CHV?

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What year was J538 CHV registered?

J538 CHV is a 1991 Saab 9000, first registered on 3 September 1991.

Is J538 CHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J538 CHV shows 12 tests 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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