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S289 JLM

1998 Saab 900

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2014
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

98,142 mi
Last recorded98,142 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2013
Typical for 1998 Saab 900100,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS289 JLM
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2013 98,142 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 7 Aug 2012 91,723 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

SRS light illuminated

Pass 7 Aug 2012 91,723 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

SRS light illuminated

Pass 17 Aug 2011 86,021 miles

movement at top of colume

Fail 8 Aug 2011 86,021 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

movement at top of colume

Pass 11 Aug 2010 79,739 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 79,737 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 73,581 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Aug 2009 73,581 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 65,180 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 56,835 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 56,835 miles

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 21 Aug 2006 50,825 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2005 47,498 miles

some end float in steering column.

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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S289 JLM is a 1998 Saab 900 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1998 Saab 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 100,828 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16,771 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S289 JLM, 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 28 years old, this Saab 900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S289 JLM registered?

S289 JLM is a 1998 Saab 900, first registered on 25 August 1998.

Is S289 JLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S289 JLM shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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