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V235 HDU

1999 Saab 9-5 Auto

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

174,131 mi
Last recorded174,131 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2009
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-5 Auto99,522 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV235 HDU
MakeSaab
Model9-5 Auto
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2009 174,131 miles

oil level low

Fail 3 Jun 2009 174,131 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a) DANGEROUS

oil level low

Fail 19 Jun 2008 171,873 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

condition of number plates borderline

n/s/r indicator fading

Pass 19 Jun 2008 171,873 miles

condition of number plates borderline

n/s/r indicator fading

Pass 21 Jun 2007 170,964 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 159,430 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2006 159,430 miles

Nearside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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V235 HDU is a 1999 Saab 9-5 Auto in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1999 Saab 9-5 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 99,522 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 V235 HDU, 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 27 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 V235 HDU registered?

V235 HDU is a 1999 Saab 9-5 Auto, first registered on 30 September 1999.

Is V235 HDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V235 HDU shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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