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R681 JFE

1997 Saab 9-5 SE

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

248,782 mi
Last recorded248,782 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2008
Typical for 1997 Saab 9-5 SE121,669 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR681 JFE
MakeSaab
Model9-5 SE
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2008 248,782 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 15 Oct 2008 248,782 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2007 241,492 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 241,492 miles

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)

Pass 20 Oct 2006 223,818 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)

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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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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.

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