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R584 LHT

1997 Saab 9-5

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

100,046 mi
Last recorded100,046 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2015
Typical for 1997 Saab 9-5112,690 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR584 LHT
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2015 100,046 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 5 Dec 2014 94,289 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 94,289 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 9 Dec 2013 86,546 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 86,546 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 83,474 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Dec 2012 83,474 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 80,064 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 5 Dec 2011 80,064 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2010 77,429 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 75,449 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 73,562 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 71,837 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 70,212 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 67,740 miles

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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R584 LHT is a 1997 Saab 9-5 in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 R584 LHT, 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

How do I check the history of R584 LHT?

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What year was R584 LHT registered?

R584 LHT is a 1997 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R584 LHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R584 LHT shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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