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S234 RWJ

1999 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

155,034 mi
Last recorded155,034 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2012
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-5110,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS234 RWJ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2012 155,034 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 152,737 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 148,705 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 143,661 miles

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

Fail 13 Feb 2010 143,661 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2009 137,125 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2009 137,125 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Feb 2008 132,452 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 127,964 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 122,253 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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S234 RWJ is a 1999 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S234 RWJ, 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

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What year was S234 RWJ registered?

S234 RWJ is a 1999 Saab 9-5, first registered on 29 January 1999.

Is S234 RWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S234 RWJ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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