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J946 XHE

1991 Saab 900 S Turbo

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

238,009 mi
Last recorded238,009 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2008
Typical for 1991 Saab 900 S Turbo145,803 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ946 XHE
MakeSaab
Model900 S Turbo
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 1 Feb 2008 238,009 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1) DANGEROUS

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2007 229,346 miles

see previous advisory sheet.

Fail 29 Jan 2007 229,345 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

unable to access the boot.

Pass 10 Feb 2006 219,193 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

nearside handbrake reading low

How Reliable is the Saab 900 S Turbo?

Based on 880 MOT tests across 178 vehicles.

63.2%
Pass Rate
5,653
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
178
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 69
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 68
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 66
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 59
parking brake recording little or no effort 40
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J946 XHE is a 1991 Saab 900 S Turbo in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1991 Saab 900 S Turbo models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 145,803 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Saab 900 S Turbo fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 69 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J946 XHE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 900 S Turbo typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 35 years old, this Saab 900 S Turbo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J946 XHE registered?

J946 XHE is a 1991 Saab 900 S Turbo, first registered on 12 December 1991.

Is J946 XHE safe to buy?

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