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R875 MRU

1998 Saab 9-5 SE

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

187,246 mi
Last recorded187,246 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2008
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-5 SE125,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR875 MRU
MakeSaab
Model9-5 SE
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 16 Nov 2008 187,246 miles

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

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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R875 MRU is a 1998 Saab 9-5 SE 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 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 125,279 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R875 MRU, 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 28 years old, this Saab 9-5 SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R875 MRU registered?

R875 MRU is a 1998 Saab 9-5 SE, first registered on 19 February 1998.

Is R875 MRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R875 MRU 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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