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IAZ 2952

1997 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

107,173 mi
Last recorded107,173 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2009
Typical for 1997 Saab 9-5112,690 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIAZ 2952
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2009 107,173 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Mar 2008 99,228 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 98,074 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 92,222 miles

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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IAZ 2952 is a 1997 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 112,690 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 IAZ 2952, 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 29 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 IAZ 2952 registered?

IAZ 2952 is a 1997 Saab 9-5, first registered on 9 October 1997.

Is IAZ 2952 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IAZ 2952 shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does IAZ 2952 have outstanding finance?

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