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Y185 PFM

2001 Saab 95

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

148,827 mi
Last recorded148,827 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2012
Typical for 2001 Saab 9583,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY185 PFM
MakeSaab
Model95
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2012 148,827 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 139,377 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 139,333 miles

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 134,837 miles

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

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

Oil leak

engine managment light on

Pass 24 Aug 2009 123,807 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 115,012 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 115,012 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 111,594 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 111,594 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 98,290 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 84,227 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 95?

Based on 2,807 MOT tests across 531 vehicles.

74.1%
Pass Rate
6,703
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
531
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 124
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 56
position lamp(s) not working 49
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 46
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
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Y185 PFM is a 2001 Saab 95 in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2001 Saab 95 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 83,233 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 95 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y185 PFM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 95 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 25 years old, this Saab 95 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was Y185 PFM registered?

Y185 PFM is a 2001 Saab 95, first registered on 4 July 2001.

Is Y185 PFM safe to buy?

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