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S64 KCF

1998 Saab 9-5 SE Auto

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

165,956 mi
Last recorded165,956 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2008
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-5 SE Auto108,290 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS64 KCF
MakeSaab
Model9-5 SE Auto
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 30 Aug 2008 165,956 miles

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

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

advise nearside front inner cv boot split

advise offside front inner cv boot split

Pass 30 Aug 2008 165,956 miles

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

advise nearside front inner cv boot split

advise offside front inner cv boot split

Pass 3 Aug 2007 157,519 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 157,127 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 144,343 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2005 129,220 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5 SE Auto?

Based on 2,905 MOT tests across 683 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
8,861
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
683
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 168
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 84
Direction indicator incorrect colour 75
Registration plate lamp not working 74
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 69
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S64 KCF is a 1998 Saab 9-5 SE Auto in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Saab 9-5 SE Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 108,290 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 SE Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S64 KCF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S64 KCF registered?

S64 KCF is a 1998 Saab 9-5 SE Auto, first registered on 10 August 1998.

Is S64 KCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S64 KCF shows 6 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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