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X285 ABL

2000 Saab 9-5 SE

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

100,319 mi
Last recorded100,319 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2008
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-5 SE110,101 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX285 ABL
MakeSaab
Model9-5 SE
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 31 Dec 2008 100,319 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Dec 2008 100,319 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 89,360 miles

All brake discs slightly corroded

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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X285 ABL is a 2000 Saab 9-5 SE in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 Saab 9-5 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 110,101 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 X285 ABL, 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 26 years old, this Saab 9-5 SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of X285 ABL?

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What year was X285 ABL registered?

X285 ABL is a 2000 Saab 9-5 SE, first registered on 29 September 2000.

Is X285 ABL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X285 ABL shows 3 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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