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J585 MKB

1992 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2022
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

210,755 mi
Last recorded210,755 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2021
Typical for 1992 Saab 900130,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ585 MKB
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2021 210,755 miles

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

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective beam pattern weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch around seat belt mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 15 Mar 2021 210,752 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg by suspension mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced by suspension mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail marked (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting defective centre mount not attached (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch near seat belt mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jan 2020 210,254 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2020 210,251 miles

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

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective no pattern (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 208,726 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres worn on their inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Fail 17 Dec 2018 208,723 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking pump area (2.1.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres worn on their inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2018 206,363 miles

Body has slight corrosion both rear inner wheel arches (6.1.B.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

both front brakes grabbing

Pass 28 Nov 2016 204,400 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2016 204,293 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings both front inner arches to floorpan (6.1.B.2)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings jacking point (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 199,228 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 189,147 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 188,801 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 188,363 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front tyre outer sidewall slight damage

vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 4 Apr 2011 185,888 miles

Nearside rear inner side light not working. Fuel and brake pipes run in body and are not visable.

Pass 12 Apr 2010 180,561 miles

Both outer drive shaft gaitors are cracking. Nearside inner drive shaft gaitor is leaking grease. Front flexible brake hoses are slightly cracking. Nearside front brake is binding on.

Pass 8 Apr 2009 173,292 miles

Battery is insecure. Exhaust blowing at turbo to manifold join and rear section join. Nail in nearside rear tyre. Rear metal brake pipe is corroded.

Engine management warning light is on.

Fail 7 Apr 2009 173,292 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Battery is insecure. Exhaust blowing at turbo to manifold join and rear section join. Nail in nearside rear tyre. Rear metal brake pipe is corroded.

Engine management warning light is on.

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

Pass 19 Mar 2008 159,088 miles

Signs of engine oil leakage. Nearside front tyre is worn low on edges.

Fail 13 Mar 2008 158,993 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Signs of engine oil leakage. Nearside front tyre is worn low on edges.

Pass 14 Mar 2007 146,346 miles

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

Slight play in front anti roll bar bushes. Slight play in rear suspension arm top stabilizer bushes.

Pass 11 Apr 2006 133,149 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 133,149 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c) DANGEROUS

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 MKB is a 1992 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 J585 MKB, 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.

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J585 MKB is a 1992 Saab 900, first registered on 28 February 1992.

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