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S736 LCF

1998 Saab 9-5 SE

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

149,155 mi
Last recorded149,155 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2008
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-5 SE125,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS736 LCF
MakeSaab
Model9-5 SE
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2008 149,155 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 139,002 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2006 135,509 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Dec 2006 135,509 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5 SE?

Based on 2,625 MOT tests across 601 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
9,170
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
601
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195
Direction indicator incorrect colour 74
position lamp(s) not working 72
Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 64
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 63
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S736 LCF is a 1998 Saab 9-5 SE in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Saab 9-5 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 125,279 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-5 SE fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 195 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S736 LCF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S736 LCF registered?

S736 LCF is a 1998 Saab 9-5 SE, first registered on 7 September 1998.

Is S736 LCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S736 LCF shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S736 LCF have outstanding finance?

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