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S836 SNC

1998 Saab 9-5 SE

Green Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

156,693 mi
Last recorded156,693 miles
Recorded on1 May 2008
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-5 SE125,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS836 SNC
MakeSaab
Model9-5 SE
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2008 156,693 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 152,592 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 152,559 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 148,895 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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S836 SNC is a 1998 Saab 9-5 SE in Green with a 2,290cc 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 S836 SNC, 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

How do I check the history of S836 SNC?

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What year was S836 SNC registered?

S836 SNC is a 1998 Saab 9-5 SE, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S836 SNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S836 SNC 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 S836 SNC have outstanding finance?

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