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J97 MJU

1992 Saab 900

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

159,781 mi
Last recorded159,781 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2010
Typical for 1992 Saab 900130,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ97 MJU
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2010 159,781 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 156,671 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 153,494 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2007 152,341 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 149,775 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Fail 7 Dec 2006 149,706 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Centre Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Dec 2005 146,986 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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J97 MJU is a 1992 Saab 900 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 J97 MJU, 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

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What year was J97 MJU registered?

J97 MJU is a 1992 Saab 900, first registered on 1 January 1992.

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The MOT history for J97 MJU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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