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X851 EKR

2000 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

175,989 mi
Last recorded175,989 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2016
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-5107,425 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX851 EKR
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2016 175,989 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 168,035 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 162,079 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 153,143 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 144,541 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 138,236 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 25 Oct 2010 130,358 miles

Both rear upper radius arm bushes. Play/wear.

Slight corrosion on brake pipes.

Pass 22 Oct 2009 120,460 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 110,522 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 101,155 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 89,043 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2006 89,043 miles

Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2005 77,680 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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X851 EKR is a 2000 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc 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 X851 EKR, 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 X851 EKR?

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What year was X851 EKR registered?

X851 EKR is a 2000 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 October 2000.

Is X851 EKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for X851 EKR 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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