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J985 SGM

1991 Saab 9000

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

64,743 mi
Last recorded64,743 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 1991 Saab 9000138,040 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ985 SGM
MakeSaab
Model9000
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 64,743 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre box (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Jun 2026 64,094 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))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre and rear (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect centre and rear (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 60,963 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 60,737 miles

oil leak

Pass 26 Jul 2021 60,457 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 60,168 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 59,850 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 59,454 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2017 59,064 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 58,656 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 58,031 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 57,537 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 57,097 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 56,695 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 56,362 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 55,263 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 53,995 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 52,787 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 51,225 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 49,809 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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J985 SGM is a 1991 Saab 9000 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 J985 SGM, 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

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What year was J985 SGM registered?

J985 SGM is a 1991 Saab 9000, first registered on 22 August 1991.

Is J985 SGM safe to buy?

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