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J585 CHV

1991 Saab 900

Yellow Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

72,384 mi
Last recorded72,384 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 1991 Saab 900136,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ585 CHV
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1991
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 72,384 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 72,314 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 72,213 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jan 2024 72,208 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 71,917 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 71,837 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 71,833 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 71,714 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 71,688 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 71,609 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 71,257 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 70,924 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 70,442 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 68,520 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 68,520 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 66,273 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 65,348 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 65,131 miles

? knock front suspension

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 63,330 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 61,118 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 60,144 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 58,102 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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J585 CHV is a 1991 Saab 900 in Yellow with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 J585 CHV, 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 J585 CHV registered?

J585 CHV is a 1991 Saab 900, first registered on 19 August 1991.

Is J585 CHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J585 CHV shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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