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S913 JVJ

1998 Saab 9-5 Auto

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

143,194 mi
Last recorded143,194 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2007
Typical for 1998 Saab 9-5 Auto109,593 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS913 JVJ
MakeSaab
Model9-5 Auto
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2007 143,194 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2007 143,177 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front brake disc becoming worn †rear number plate becoming deterated

Pass 25 Sep 2006 129,023 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

numerous small stonechips to windscreen

offside front wishbone inner bushes contaminated with oil

slight variation in the braking effort to both rear wheels when service brake applied

Fail 25 Sep 2006 129,023 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

numerous small stone chips to windscreen

offside front wishbone inner bushes contaminated with oil

slight variation in the braking effort to both rear wheels when service brake applied

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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S913 JVJ is a 1998 Saab 9-5 Auto in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 S913 JVJ, 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

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What year was S913 JVJ registered?

S913 JVJ is a 1998 Saab 9-5 Auto, first registered on 21 September 1998.

Is S913 JVJ safe to buy?

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