MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
100,028 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Saab 9-5 SE?
Based on 2,625 MOT tests across 601 vehicles.
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R257 ABK is a 1998 Saab 9-5 SE in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1998 Saab 9-5 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 125,279 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Saab 9-5 SE fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 195 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R257 ABK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Saab 9-5 SE typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Saab 9-5 SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of R257 ABK?
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What year was R257 ABK registered?
R257 ABK is a 1998 Saab 9-5 SE, first registered on 31 December 1998.
Is R257 ABK safe to buy?
The MOT history for R257 ABK shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R257 ABK have outstanding finance?
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