MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
185,961 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS
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)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
n/s door mirror surround loose
Damage to n/s front wing
Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
unable to inspect outer sills, plastic covers fitted
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R281 TEG is a 1998 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
Across all 1998 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 112,533 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 R281 TEG, 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 28 years old, this Saab 9-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R281 TEG registered?
R281 TEG is a 1998 Saab 9-5, first registered on 1 May 1998.
Is R281 TEG safe to buy?
The MOT history for R281 TEG shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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