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X986 ERO

2000 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2000 Saab 9-5107,425 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX986 ERO
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2016
Pass 21 Jul 2015 168,201 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 161,299 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2014 161,298 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2012 154,085 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 146,199 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2011 146,198 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 24 Dec 2010 141,198 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 126,667 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Sep 2008 110,191 miles

small hole in rear exhaust box bolt missing from front exhaust mount

Pass 21 Sep 2007 104,860 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 94,517 miles

BOTH REAR TYRE TREADS DISTORTED

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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X986 ERO is a 2000 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 X986 ERO, 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 X986 ERO registered?

X986 ERO is a 2000 Saab 9-5, first registered on 24 September 2000.

Is X986 ERO safe to buy?

The MOT history for X986 ERO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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