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J98 LRK

1991 Saab 900

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

184,203 mi
Last recorded184,203 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2022
Typical for 1991 Saab 900136,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ98 LRK
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2022 184,203 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 182,436 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 178,087 miles

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

Fail 24 Jul 2019 178,087 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2018 171,910 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 166,358 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 24 Jul 2017 166,358 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Jul 2016 159,147 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 150,512 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 1 Jul 2015 150,512 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 135,298 miles

Advise: Indicator has to be held on, on the nearside.

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 3 Jul 2013 135,297 miles

Centre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Advise: Indicator has to be held on, on the nearside.

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2012 134,343 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 8 Nov 2012 134,343 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 129,332 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 123,368 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 118,714 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 112,701 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 108,911 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 105,781 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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J98 LRK is a 1991 Saab 900 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J98 LRK, 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 J98 LRK registered?

J98 LRK is a 1991 Saab 900, first registered on 8 November 1991.

Is J98 LRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J98 LRK shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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