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S536 RCV

1998 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

170,283 mi
Last recorded170,283 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2014
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-5112,533 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS536 RCV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2014 170,283 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2013 167,821 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 164,867 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 161,891 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 159,523 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 154,568 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 142,633 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2007 128,784 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2006 117,530 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 117,530 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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S536 RCV is a 1998 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 112,533 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 S536 RCV, 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 28 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 S536 RCV registered?

S536 RCV is a 1998 Saab 9-5, first registered on 10 November 1998.

Is S536 RCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S536 RCV shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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