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JIW 1677

1988 Saab 900 I

Blue Other 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

1,048,431 mi
Last recorded1,048,431 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 1988 Saab 900 I134,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJIW 1677
MakeSaab
Model900 I
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 1,048,431 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 102,677 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 99,972 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 98,356 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2021 95,932 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2021 95,903 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 93,230 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 90,954 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 90,037 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 900 I?

Based on 929 MOT tests across 247 vehicles.

62.4%
Pass Rate
4,252
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
247
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
constant velocity joint gaiter split 71
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 67
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 53
parking brake recording little or no effort 52
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JIW 1677 is a 1988 Saab 900 I in Blue with a 1,985cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1988 Saab 900 I models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.8% with a typical mileage of 134,711 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 900 I fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JIW 1677, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 900 I typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 38 years old, this Saab 900 I is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JIW 1677?

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What year was JIW 1677 registered?

JIW 1677 is a 1988 Saab 900 I, first registered on 31 August 1988.

Is JIW 1677 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JIW 1677 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JIW 1677 have outstanding finance?

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