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R355 NSO

1997 Saab 9-5

Green Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

47,898 mi
Last recorded47,898 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2019
Typical for 1997 Saab 9-5112,690 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR355 NSO
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2019 47,898 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 39,716 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all four (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)

front tyres slightly perished

rear silencer rusty

suspension components rusty

Fail 10 Jul 2017 39,716 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all four (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)

front tyres slightly perished

rear silencer rusty

suspension components rusty

Pass 8 Jun 2016 36,363 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 13 May 2015 36,298 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s mirror temp repair

Fail 10 Feb 2014 35,768 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 35,768 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 34,282 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Jan 2013 34,282 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2011 30,491 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 28,999 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 28,099 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 27,438 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 26,604 miles

advise nearside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 6 Nov 2006 25,467 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 24,398 miles

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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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R355 NSO is a 1997 Saab 9-5 in Green with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R355 NSO, 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 R355 NSO registered?

R355 NSO is a 1997 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R355 NSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R355 NSO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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