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X516 EGN

2000 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

199,643 mi
Last recorded199,643 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2017
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-5107,425 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX516 EGN
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2017 199,643 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Slight corrosion on rear floor panel.

Pass 25 Oct 2016 186,509 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 178,560 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2015 178,560 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2014 172,123 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 163,488 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 153,367 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 139,827 miles

oil leaks

Pass 15 Oct 2010 129,409 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 116,172 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 100,898 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 83,381 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 69,688 miles

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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X516 EGN is a 2000 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 X516 EGN, 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

How do I check the history of X516 EGN?

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What year was X516 EGN registered?

X516 EGN is a 2000 Saab 9-5, first registered on 28 September 2000.

Is X516 EGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for X516 EGN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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