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W108 STA

2000 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

156,954 mi
Last recorded156,954 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2011
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-5107,425 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW108 STA
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2011 156,954 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 146,946 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 137,215 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 131,121 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 126,004 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 121,983 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 121,983 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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W108 STA is a 2000 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2000 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 107,425 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 W108 STA, 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 26 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 W108 STA?

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What year was W108 STA registered?

W108 STA is a 2000 Saab 9-5, first registered on 22 March 2000.

Is W108 STA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W108 STA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W108 STA have outstanding finance?

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