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V63 GEB

1999 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

152,492 mi
Last recorded152,492 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2012
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-5110,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV63 GEB
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2012 152,492 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both front coil springs corroded

Pass 28 Jan 2011 147,632 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 142,148 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 136,045 miles

both number plates slightly deteriorated

Pass 28 Jan 2008 130,225 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2008 130,225 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 23 Jan 2007 116,102 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 23 Jan 2007 116,102 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2006 102,572 miles

Front registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

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

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

advise rear brake pads wearing very low

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Jan 2006 102,572 miles

advise rear brake pads wearing very low

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5?

Based on 735,114 MOT tests across 55,671 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
7,075
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
55,671
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,935
position lamp(s) not working 13,798
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,560
Registration plate lamp not working 10,446
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,497
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V63 GEB is a 1999 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1999 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 110,962 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V63 GEB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 27 years old, this Saab 9-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V63 GEB registered?

V63 GEB is a 1999 Saab 9-5, first registered on 27 September 1999.

Is V63 GEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V63 GEB shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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