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X149 HLW

2001 Saab 9-5 SE

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

64,395 mi
Last recorded64,395 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2007
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-5 SE90,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX149 HLW
MakeSaab
Model9-5 SE
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2007 64,395 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 53,825 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2005 41,996 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2005 41,996 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5 SE?

Based on 2,625 MOT tests across 601 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
9,170
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
601
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195
Direction indicator incorrect colour 74
position lamp(s) not working 72
Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 64
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 63
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X149 HLW is a 2001 Saab 9-5 SE in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Saab 9-5 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 90,480 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 SE fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 195 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X149 HLW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 SE typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this Saab 9-5 SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X149 HLW?

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What year was X149 HLW registered?

X149 HLW is a 2001 Saab 9-5 SE, first registered on 26 February 2001.

Is X149 HLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X149 HLW shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X149 HLW have outstanding finance?

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