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R284 TEG

1998 Saab 9-5 SE

Red Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,150 mi
Last recorded83,150 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2008
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-5 SE125,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR284 TEG
MakeSaab
Model9-5 SE
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2008 83,150 miles

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

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

rear bumper insure

Pass 30 Jul 2007 81,918 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 80,598 miles

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

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

oil leak

Pass 22 Jul 2005 77,181 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2005 77,181 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

oil leak

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5 SE?

Based on 2,625 MOT tests across 601 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
9,170
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
601
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195
Direction indicator incorrect colour 74
position lamp(s) not working 72
Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 64
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 63
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R284 TEG is a 1998 Saab 9-5 SE in Red with a 2,290cc 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 R284 TEG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R284 TEG registered?

R284 TEG is a 1998 Saab 9-5 SE, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is R284 TEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R284 TEG 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.

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