MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
212,759 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
patches of underside corrosion
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
nearside front 205/60R15V tyre approx 2.5mm
offside front 205/60R15V tyre approx 3mm
rear number plate showing signs of deterioration
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
offside rear (205/65R15V) tyre wearing unevenly
rear number plate slightly deteriorating
How Reliable is the Saab 9-5?
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S557 LRN is a 1998 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.
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 S557 LRN, 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.
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How do I check the history of S557 LRN?
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What year was S557 LRN registered?
S557 LRN is a 1998 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 November 1998.
Is S557 LRN safe to buy?
The MOT history for S557 LRN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does S557 LRN have outstanding finance?
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