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R813 LGT

1998 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

94,167 mi
Last recorded94,167 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-5112,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR813 LGT
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 94,167 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 92,933 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2025 92,933 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 91,224 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all 4 tyres cracks between tread area

w/screen stone chip

Pass 8 Feb 2023 89,857 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 88,899 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 88,880 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 88,792 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 88,225 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Feb 2019 88,225 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 87,495 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 87,151 miles

front windscreen wiper blade deteriorated.

Pass 2 Mar 2016 86,202 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 1 Mar 2016 86,202 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 84,430 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

screen blades smear slightly

Pass 17 Jan 2014 84,340 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear tyres perished/out of shape

slight pitting to front brake discs

Pass 17 Jan 2013 83,687 miles

rear tyres slightly perished

screen blades smear slightly

Pass 17 Jan 2012 81,786 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

car has smoke from exhaust on idle(not excessive)

slight play in nearside front anti roll bar link arm

Fail 10 Feb 2011 81,152 miles

Centre Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 81,152 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 78,511 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2009 75,768 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 21 Jan 2009 75,768 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 69,277 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 62,514 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2007 62,136 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 30 Jan 2006 54,747 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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R813 LGT is a 1998 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 112,533 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R813 LGT, 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 28 years old, this Saab 9-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R813 LGT registered?

R813 LGT is a 1998 Saab 9-5, first registered on 6 January 1998.

Is R813 LGT safe to buy?

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