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W153 XGH

2000 Saab 9-5

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

157,157 mi
Last recorded157,157 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2009
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-5107,425 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW153 XGH
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2009 157,157 miles

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 17 Feb 2009 157,148 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 133,574 miles

Body damage to both bumpers and various body panels

Both front brake discs worn

Both middle floor pan brake flex hose ferrules rusty

Both rear anti-roll bar mounting bushes worn

Both rear brake discs rusted on edges of friction surface

Both rear indicators faded slightly

Front and rear number plates damaged and degrading

Offside front tyre worn to 2mm on inner tread sholder

Slight play in both front anti-roll bar link rod ball joints

Tax disc positioned incorrectly

Fail 4 Jul 2007 133,574 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Body damage to both bumpers and offside front door

Both front brake discs worn

Both middle floor pan brake flex hose ferrules rusted

Both rear anti-roll bar mounting bushes worn

Both rear brake discs rusted on edges of friction surfaces

Both rear indicators faded slightly

Front and rear number plates damaged and degrading

Offside front tyre worn to 2mm on inner tread sholder

Slight play in both front anti-roll bar link rod ball joints

Tax disc positioned

Pass 3 Jul 2006 110,893 miles

both rear tyres wearing inner edge

slight engine oil leak

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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W153 XGH is a 2000 Saab 9-5 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 W153 XGH, 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

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What year was W153 XGH registered?

W153 XGH is a 2000 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 May 2000.

Is W153 XGH safe to buy?

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