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X196 OEV

2000 Saab 9-5 SE Auto

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

72,747 mi
Last recorded72,747 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2008
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-5 SE Auto109,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX196 OEV
MakeSaab
Model9-5 SE Auto
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2008 72,747 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 72,747 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 64,377 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 60,431 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2006 60,431 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2005 50,646 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5 SE Auto?

Based on 2,905 MOT tests across 683 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
8,861
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
683
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 168
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 84
Direction indicator incorrect colour 75
Registration plate lamp not working 74
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 69
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X196 OEV is a 2000 Saab 9-5 SE Auto in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 Saab 9-5 SE Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 109,720 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 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X196 OEV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 SE Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 26 years old, this Saab 9-5 SE Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X196 OEV registered?

X196 OEV is a 2000 Saab 9-5 SE Auto, first registered on 31 October 2000.

Is X196 OEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for X196 OEV shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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