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A8 RGT

1999 Saab 9-5

Green Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

151,165 mi
Last recorded151,165 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2010
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-5110,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 RGT
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2010 151,165 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 151,165 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2009 142,653 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 132,550 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 121,982 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 121,935 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2006 111,617 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2005 100,427 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2005 100,402 miles

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

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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A8 RGT is a 1999 Saab 9-5 in Green with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 110,962 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 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 A8 RGT, 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 27 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 A8 RGT registered?

A8 RGT is a 1999 Saab 9-5, first registered on 23 July 1999.

Is A8 RGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 RGT shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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