MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
161,920 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (2.4.G.1)
Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (2.4.G.1)
exhurst rusty
oil leak
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)
How Reliable is the Saab 9-5?
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V789 PGS is a 1999 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.
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 V789 PGS, 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.
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What year was V789 PGS registered?
V789 PGS is a 1999 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 September 1999.
Is V789 PGS safe to buy?
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