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V782 DGK

1999 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

135,533 mi
Last recorded135,533 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2020
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-5110,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV782 DGK
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2020 135,533 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2019 124,583 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2018 120,165 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 May 2017 118,092 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 4 May 2017 118,092 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 May 2016 117,079 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 117,079 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 115,189 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 112,182 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 109,591 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 105,238 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2011 105,238 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 103,391 miles

Top section front registration plate delaminating

Top section rear registration plate delaminating

Pass 5 Aug 2009 99,626 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 96,608 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 96,608 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2007 92,101 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 87,049 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 82,230 miles

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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V782 DGK is a 1999 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 V782 DGK, 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

How do I check the history of V782 DGK?

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What year was V782 DGK registered?

V782 DGK is a 1999 Saab 9-5, first registered on 28 September 1999.

Is V782 DGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V782 DGK shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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