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Y976 FAR

2001 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

137,316 mi
Last recorded137,316 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2019
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-598,906 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY976 FAR
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 31 Jan 2019 137,316 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 126,131 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 116,553 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 109,986 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2015 102,659 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 97,150 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 91,862 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 86,362 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 80,004 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 70,115 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 64,050 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 56,828 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 49,980 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 41,182 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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Y976 FAR is a 2001 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 98,906 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 Y976 FAR, 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 25 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 Y976 FAR registered?

Y976 FAR is a 2001 Saab 9-5, first registered on 27 April 2001.

Is Y976 FAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y976 FAR shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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