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YBZ 4228

2000 Saab 9-5 SE

Silver Other 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,193 mi
Last recorded33,193 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-5 SE110,101 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBZ 4228
MakeSaab
Model9-5 SE
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2025 33,193 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2024 31,449 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 31,342 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 30,689 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 30,335 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5 SE?

Based on 2,625 MOT tests across 601 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
9,170
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
601
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195
Direction indicator incorrect colour 74
position lamp(s) not working 72
Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 64
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 63
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YBZ 4228 is a 2000 Saab 9-5 SE in Silver with a 1,985cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Saab 9-5 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 110,101 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-5 SE fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 195 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YBZ 4228, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 SE typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 26 years old, this Saab 9-5 SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YBZ 4228 registered?

YBZ 4228 is a 2000 Saab 9-5 SE, first registered on 31 May 2000.

Is YBZ 4228 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBZ 4228 shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YBZ 4228 have outstanding finance?

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