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OAZ 5187

1997 Saab 9000 Cd

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

85,371 mi
Last recorded85,371 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2011
Typical for 1997 Saab 9000 Cd109,391 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAZ 5187
MakeSaab
Model9000 Cd
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2011 85,371 miles

see previous advisory items.

Fail 25 Oct 2011 85,371 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 83,620 miles

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

slight sidewall damage nearside rear tyre

Fail 25 Jan 2011 83,620 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

slight sidewall damage nearside rear tyre

Pass 15 Jan 2010 79,838 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2010 79,838 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 71,277 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2008 71,277 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2007 66,472 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 62,378 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Saab 9000 Cd?

Based on 14,935 MOT tests across 2,729 vehicles.

65.1%
Pass Rate
4,366
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
2,729
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 902
constant velocity joint gaiter split 788
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 771
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 525
Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image 520
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OAZ 5187 is a 1997 Saab 9000 Cd in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Saab 9000 Cd models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 109,391 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 9000 Cd fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 902 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OAZ 5187, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9000 Cd typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Saab 9000 Cd is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OAZ 5187 registered?

OAZ 5187 is a 1997 Saab 9000 Cd, first registered on 29 January 1997.

Is OAZ 5187 safe to buy?

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