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S552 KGF

1998 Saab 9-5

Green Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

121,438 mi
Last recorded121,438 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2021
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-5112,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS552 KGF
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2021 121,438 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 120,068 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 15 Oct 2020 120,068 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 12 Oct 2019 116,524 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 113,637 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 110,111 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 106,102 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 102,635 miles

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both side (2.7.2a)

Fail 7 Nov 2015 102,635 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both side (2.7.2a)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 99,471 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2013 96,336 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 93,038 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 90,992 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 86,263 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 78,935 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 73,669 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 70,152 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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S552 KGF is a 1998 Saab 9-5 in Green with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 S552 KGF, 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 S552 KGF registered?

S552 KGF is a 1998 Saab 9-5, first registered on 3 August 1998.

Is S552 KGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S552 KGF shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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