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R902 HDF

1997 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

166,483 mi
Last recorded166,483 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2011
Typical for 1997 Saab 9-5112,690 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR902 HDF
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2011 166,483 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Oil leak

Pass 21 Dec 2010 163,391 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 156,649 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Dec 2008 149,972 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

both wiper blades split

Fail 8 Nov 2007 134,891 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Nov 2007 134,891 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 119,826 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

fr and rr no plates discoloured

n/s/r tyre wearing uneven

Pass 29 Nov 2005 105,672 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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R902 HDF is a 1997 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 112,690 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 R902 HDF, 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 29 years old, this Saab 9-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R902 HDF registered?

R902 HDF is a 1997 Saab 9-5, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is R902 HDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R902 HDF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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