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S44 BJC

1999 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

142,828 mi
Last recorded142,828 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2014
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-5110,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS44 BJC
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2014 142,828 miles

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

rear exhaust corroded

uneven wear near side rear tyre

Pass 27 Nov 2013 138,190 miles

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

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

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 27 Nov 2012 132,843 miles

brake pipes painted

Pass 10 Nov 2011 124,639 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front brake discs worn

possable battary leak

Fail 10 Nov 2011 124,638 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

possable battary leak

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front brake discs worn

Pass 16 Nov 2010 116,157 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 111,612 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2008 100,573 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2007 84,808 miles

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

play in rear wishbone bushes

Pass 21 Nov 2006 72,736 miles

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

slight play in rear wishbones

Pass 14 Nov 2005 60,086 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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S44 BJC is a 1999 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 S44 BJC, 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 S44 BJC registered?

S44 BJC is a 1999 Saab 9-5, first registered on 29 November 1999.

Is S44 BJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S44 BJC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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