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R814 VLB

1998 Saab 9-5 Auto

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,572 mi
Last recorded91,572 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2006
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-5 Auto109,593 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR814 VLB
MakeSaab
Model9-5 Auto
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 19 Dec 2006 91,572 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5 Auto?

Based on 795 MOT tests across 160 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
5,825
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46
Direction indicator incorrect colour 20
Registration plate lamp not working 17
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 17
position lamp(s) not working 16
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R814 VLB is a 1998 Saab 9-5 Auto in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R814 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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What year was R814 VLB registered?

R814 VLB is a 1998 Saab 9-5 Auto, first registered on 30 March 1998.

Is R814 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R814 VLB shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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