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S131 KCF

1998 Saab 9-5 Auto

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

157,332 mi
Last recorded157,332 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2008
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-5 Auto109,593 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS131 KCF
MakeSaab
Model9-5 Auto
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 23 Dec 2008 157,332 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 147,230 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

rear tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 19 Dec 2006 129,330 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 115,781 miles

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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S131 KCF is a 1998 Saab 9-5 Auto in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests 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 S131 KCF, 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 S131 KCF registered?

S131 KCF is a 1998 Saab 9-5 Auto, first registered on 17 August 1998.

Is S131 KCF safe to buy?

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