MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
113,186 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
front number plate deteriorating
o/s/r tyre wearing low on edges
some movement in drivers seat
rear brake discs slightly worn
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside Rear Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
How Reliable is the Saab 9-5?
Based on 735,114 MOT tests across 55,671 vehicles.
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R943 FGC is a 1997 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 R943 FGC, 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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How do I check the history of R943 FGC?
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What year was R943 FGC registered?
R943 FGC is a 1997 Saab 9-5, first registered on 12 December 1997.
Is R943 FGC safe to buy?
The MOT history for R943 FGC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R943 FGC have outstanding finance?
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