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Y98 UGJ

2001 Saab 9-5 SE

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

135,518 mi
Last recorded135,518 miles
Recorded on9 May 2009
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-5 SE90,480 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY98 UGJ
MakeSaab
Model9-5 SE
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 9 May 2009 135,518 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 130,532 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)

slight play in nsr and osr top arm bushes

Pass 21 Apr 2007 112,482 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 94,127 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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Y98 UGJ is a 2001 Saab 9-5 SE in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 Y98 UGJ, 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.

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What year was Y98 UGJ registered?

Y98 UGJ is a 2001 Saab 9-5 SE, first registered on 30 March 2001.

Is Y98 UGJ safe to buy?

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