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A3 LMS

2000 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

35,246 mi
Last recorded35,246 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2024
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-5107,425 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 LMS
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2024 35,246 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 35,245 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 35,243 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2022 35,243 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 35,238 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2021 35,238 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 35,230 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 35,223 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 35,211 miles

no reverse lights... but not a reason for rejection due to age of vehicle...

Pass 29 Sep 2017 35,170 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 35,151 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 35,138 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 35,075 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Sep 2013 34,947 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 34,913 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 34,727 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 33,583 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 32,035 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 27,642 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 23,118 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 16,860 miles

front number plate poor condtion

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5?

Based on 735,114 MOT tests across 55,671 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
7,075
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
55,671
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,935
position lamp(s) not working 13,798
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,560
Registration plate lamp not working 10,446
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,497
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A3 LMS is a 2000 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2000 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 107,425 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A3 LMS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 26 years old, this Saab 9-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A3 LMS registered?

A3 LMS is a 2000 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 September 2000.

Is A3 LMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 LMS shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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