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R41 RFJ

1998 Saab 9-5 SE Auto

Green Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

162,473 mi
Last recorded162,473 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2009
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-5 SE Auto108,290 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR41 RFJ
MakeSaab
Model9-5 SE Auto
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2009 162,473 miles

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

Front Lower Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

sills not checked covers fitted

Pass 15 May 2008 149,134 miles

rear exhaust outer skin very rusty

Pass 21 May 2007 129,193 miles

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

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

Fail 18 May 2007 129,070 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 12 May 2006 112,234 miles

rear pads getting low †o/s number plate light slightly dim

Pass 20 May 2005 100,207 miles

front pads low †both front tyres worn on edges †2nails in o/s/r tyre

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5 SE Auto?

Based on 2,905 MOT tests across 683 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
8,861
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
683
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 168
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 84
Direction indicator incorrect colour 75
Registration plate lamp not working 74
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 69
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R41 RFJ is a 1998 Saab 9-5 SE Auto in Green with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Saab 9-5 SE Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 108,290 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-5 SE Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R41 RFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 SE Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Saab 9-5 SE Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R41 RFJ registered?

R41 RFJ is a 1998 Saab 9-5 SE Auto, first registered on 25 March 1998.

Is R41 RFJ safe to buy?

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