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RNZ 2225

1999 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

154,209 mi
Last recorded154,209 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2017
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-5110,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNZ 2225
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2017 154,209 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak engine ()

Pass 1 Nov 2016 151,427 miles

Offside Rear Tyre Cracking on inside wall Change ASAP

Pass 3 Nov 2015 148,141 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 144,996 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2013 141,305 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 136,169 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 131,691 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 126,648 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 120,980 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Oct 2009 120,980 miles

Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 113,254 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 105,410 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 95,750 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
Full Saab 9-5 reliability report

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RNZ 2225 is a 1999 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1999 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 110,962 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 RNZ 2225, 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 27 years old, this Saab 9-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RNZ 2225?

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What year was RNZ 2225 registered?

RNZ 2225 is a 1999 Saab 9-5, first registered on 29 September 1999.

Is RNZ 2225 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RNZ 2225 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RNZ 2225 have outstanding finance?

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