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V877 GBM

1999 Saab 9-5

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

84,892 mi
Last recorded84,892 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 1999 Saab 9-5110,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV877 GBM
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 84,892 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2026 84,892 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 81,160 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 80,436 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 79,314 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 78,489 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 77,615 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2021 77,615 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 76,631 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 75,378 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 74,533 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 74,533 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 73,535 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 72,626 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 70,968 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 68,912 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 66,162 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 63,404 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 60,121 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 56,537 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 51,644 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 49,157 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 46,271 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 42,708 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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V877 GBM is a 1999 Saab 9-5 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 V877 GBM, 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 V877 GBM registered?

V877 GBM is a 1999 Saab 9-5, first registered on 3 September 1999.

Is V877 GBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V877 GBM shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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