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S556 RRD

1998 Saab 9-5 Auto

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

135,101 mi
Last recorded135,101 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2007
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-5 Auto109,593 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS556 RRD
MakeSaab
Model9-5 Auto
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2007 135,101 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 127,724 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 127,724 miles

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

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5 Auto?

Based on 795 MOT tests across 160 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
5,825
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46
Direction indicator incorrect colour 20
Registration plate lamp not working 17
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 17
position lamp(s) not working 16
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S556 RRD is a 1998 Saab 9-5 Auto in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Saab 9-5 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 109,593 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Saab 9-5 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S556 RRD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Saab 9-5 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S556 RRD?

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What year was S556 RRD registered?

S556 RRD is a 1998 Saab 9-5 Auto, first registered on 11 September 1998.

Is S556 RRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for S556 RRD shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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