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R569 NGM

1997 Saab 9-5 SE

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

150,035 mi
Last recorded150,035 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2009
Typical for 1997 Saab 9-5 SE121,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR569 NGM
MakeSaab
Model9-5 SE
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2009 150,035 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 140,287 miles

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

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

front tyres different size to rear tyres

Fail 10 Mar 2008 140,286 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 28 Sep 2006 132,510 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

SLIGHT NOISE FROM O/S/R HUB POSSIBLE WHEEL BEARING

Pass 28 Sep 2006 132,510 miles

SLIGHT NOISE FROM O/S/R HUB POSSIBLE WHEEL BEARING

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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R569 NGM is a 1997 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 60%.

Across all 1997 Saab 9-5 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 121,669 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 SE fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 195 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R569 NGM, 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 29 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 R569 NGM registered?

R569 NGM is a 1997 Saab 9-5 SE, first registered on 24 October 1997.

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