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N290 JLT

1996 Saab 900

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

200,261 mi
Last recorded200,261 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2007
Typical for 1996 Saab 900108,260 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN290 JLT
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 19 Jul 2007 200,261 miles

petrol tank straps rusting

n/s/r tyre slightly out of shape in one area

slight rusting to n/s/f inner wing engine bay †& o/s/f inner wing wheel bay †plastic over sills fitted to o/s & n/s outer

Pass 27 Jun 2006 185,877 miles

some wear & corrosion in all discs

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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N290 JLT is a 1996 Saab 900 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 108,260 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 N290 JLT, 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 30 years old, this Saab 900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N290 JLT registered?

N290 JLT is a 1996 Saab 900, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N290 JLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N290 JLT shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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