MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
163,328 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
How Reliable is the Saab 9-5 Auto?
Based on 795 MOT tests across 160 vehicles.
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R809 VLB is a 1998 Saab 9-5 Auto in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1998 Saab 9-5 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 109,593 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Saab 9-5 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R809 VLB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Saab 9-5 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Saab 9-5 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of R809 VLB?
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What year was R809 VLB registered?
R809 VLB is a 1998 Saab 9-5 Auto, first registered on 31 March 1998.
Is R809 VLB safe to buy?
The MOT history for R809 VLB shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R809 VLB have outstanding finance?
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