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V404 EFV

1999 Saab 9-5 Aero Auto

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2013
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

170,441 mi
Last recorded170,441 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV404 EFV
MakeSaab
Model9-5 Aero Auto
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc
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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2012 170,441 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 162,233 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2011 162,233 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 156,669 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 149,390 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2009 149,390 miles

Offside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 17 Dec 2008 144,430 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 144,429 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 11 Dec 2007 134,560 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2007 134,560 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 129,543 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both outer sills not fully checked due to sill trims

Fail 29 Nov 2005 122,872 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

both outer sills not fully checked due to sill trims

Pass 29 Nov 2005 122,872 miles

both outer sills not fully checked due to sill trims

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5 Aero Auto?

Based on 572 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

76.6%
Pass Rate
8,766
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 26
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15
position lamp(s) not working 14
Registration plate lamp not working 13
Headlamp not working on main beam 10
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V404 EFV is a 1999 Saab 9-5 Aero Auto in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

The most common reason a Saab 9-5 Aero Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V404 EFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 Aero Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 27 years old, this Saab 9-5 Aero Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V404 EFV registered?

V404 EFV is a 1999 Saab 9-5 Aero Auto, first registered on 13 September 1999.

Is V404 EFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V404 EFV shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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