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G1 JSJ

1996 Saab 900

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

60,291 mi
Last recorded60,291 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Saab 900108,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG1 JSJ
MakeSaab
Model900
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 60,291 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 59,769 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 59,247 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 59,164 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 58,337 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 56,207 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 54,379 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 52,171 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 51,612 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 49,066 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 49,011 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 44,551 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 42,043 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 38,442 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 38,063 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 36,258 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 34,643 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 32,554 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 31,292 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 28,727 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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G1 JSJ is a 1996 Saab 900 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 G1 JSJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G1 JSJ registered?

G1 JSJ is a 1996 Saab 900, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is G1 JSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for G1 JSJ shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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