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S36 TWX

1999 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

170,881 mi
Last recorded170,881 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2013
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-5110,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS36 TWX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2013 170,881 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 170,881 miles

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 162,203 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 162,203 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 152,033 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 141,170 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 129,864 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 121,236 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2007 115,796 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 110,503 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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S36 TWX is a 1999 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,985cc 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 S36 TWX, 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 S36 TWX?

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What year was S36 TWX registered?

S36 TWX is a 1999 Saab 9-5, first registered on 5 January 1999.

Is S36 TWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S36 TWX 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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