MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
248,782 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
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)
How Reliable is the Saab 9-5 SE?
Based on 2,625 MOT tests across 601 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R681 JFE 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 R681 JFE, 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.
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How do I check the history of R681 JFE?
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What year was R681 JFE registered?
R681 JFE is a 1997 Saab 9-5 SE, first registered on 30 October 1997.
Is R681 JFE safe to buy?
The MOT history for R681 JFE shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R681 JFE have outstanding finance?
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