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Y408 TGK

2001 Saab 9-5 SE

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

124,015 mi
Last recorded124,015 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2019
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-5 SE90,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY408 TGK
MakeSaab
Model9-5 SE
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2019 124,015 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 117,120 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 111,734 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)

both sides rear tyres wearing slightly lumpy on inner edges

exhaust rear and centre silencers deteriorated

offside rear upper suspension joint has slight play

Pass 7 Apr 2016 107,245 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 7 Apr 2016 107,243 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 101,683 miles

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

exhaust rear silencer deteriorating

wiper blades splitting

Fail 21 Apr 2015 101,683 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

exhaust rear silencer deteriorating

wiper blades splitting

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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Y408 TGK is a 2001 Saab 9-5 SE in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2001 Saab 9-5 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 90,480 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 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 Y408 TGK, 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 25 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 Y408 TGK registered?

Y408 TGK is a 2001 Saab 9-5 SE, first registered on 28 April 2001.

Is Y408 TGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y408 TGK shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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