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X524 JCS

2000 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

138,572 mi
Last recorded138,572 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2021
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-5107,425 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX524 JCS
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2021 138,572 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 136,965 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2019 136,965 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn N/S & O/S BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 135,019 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 132,146 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 127,177 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Coolant leak ()

Fail 21 Jul 2016 127,177 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Coolant leak ()

Pass 23 Jul 2015 116,404 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 108,902 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 102,146 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 97,527 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 May 2011 91,425 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside mirror loose

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 87,492 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 84,928 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 80,940 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 77,276 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 74,135 miles

covers over outer sills

rear discs rusty

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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X524 JCS is a 2000 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 X524 JCS, 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

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What year was X524 JCS registered?

X524 JCS is a 2000 Saab 9-5, first registered on 21 October 2000.

Is X524 JCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for X524 JCS shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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