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M59 HBJ

1994 Saab 900 SE Turbo

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

111,467 mi
Last recorded111,467 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2009
Typical for 1994 Saab 900 SE Turbo135,629 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM59 HBJ
MakeSaab
Model900 SE Turbo
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2009 111,467 miles

Battery is insecure.

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Play / float in steering column shaft is gone but steering is now stiff.

Steering rack has slight fluid seepage at pinion area.

Fail 2 Mar 2009 111,315 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Battery is insecure.

Exhaust centre mounts are held up with very flimsy cv boot clips.

Exhaust emissions CO level at idle speed is on max limit.

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front seats will not tilt forward for rear access. (soft top lowered at time of test)

Malfunction indicator warning is staying on.

Steering rack has slight fluid seepage at pinion area.

Fail 5 Mar 2008 107,770 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

both rear tyres low tread

slight blow front exhaust join

Pass 5 Mar 2008 107,770 miles

both rear tyres low tread

slight blow front exhaust join

How Reliable is the Saab 900 SE Turbo?

Based on 1,925 MOT tests across 419 vehicles.

64.3%
Pass Rate
6,567
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
419
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 125
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 108
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 108
Registration plate lamp not working 78
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 77
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M59 HBJ is a 1994 Saab 900 SE Turbo in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1994 Saab 900 SE Turbo models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 135,629 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 SE Turbo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M59 HBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 900 SE Turbo typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 32 years old, this Saab 900 SE Turbo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M59 HBJ registered?

M59 HBJ is a 1994 Saab 900 SE Turbo, first registered on 3 August 1994.

Is M59 HBJ safe to buy?

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