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W185 PPD

2000 Saab 9-5 Aero Auto

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2019
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

94,031 mi
Last recorded94,031 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2018
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-5 Aero Auto97,339 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW185 PPD
MakeSaab
Model9-5 Aero Auto
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2018 94,031 miles

Nearside Tyre sidewall is damaged

Fail 22 Feb 2018 94,031 miles

Central Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective Jammed, will not pay out the belt (5.2.5b)

Nearside Tyre sidewall is damaged

Pass 3 Mar 2017 83,668 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2017 83,288 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 72,641 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both sides (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 12 Feb 2016 72,641 miles

Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part Both sides (3.6.B.4a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both sides (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 67,605 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 64,166 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 64,166 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5 Aero Auto?

Based on 572 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

76.6%
Pass Rate
8,766
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 26
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15
position lamp(s) not working 14
Registration plate lamp not working 13
Headlamp not working on main beam 10
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W185 PPD is a 2000 Saab 9-5 Aero Auto in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2000 Saab 9-5 Aero Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 97,339 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 Aero Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W185 PPD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 Aero Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 26 years old, this Saab 9-5 Aero Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W185 PPD registered?

W185 PPD is a 2000 Saab 9-5 Aero Auto, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W185 PPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for W185 PPD shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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