2000 Saab 9-5 2.3L Petrol · X243 ACB
2000 Saab 9-5 (2.3L, petrol). First registered 29 Dec 2000. Recorded mileage 89,532 miles. MOT expired on 05 Nov 2023.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-5
- Year / Origin
- 2000 · Export Allocation
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 05 Nov 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 89,532 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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X243 ACB Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/10/2022
- 89,532 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
X243 ACB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 2000 Saab 9-5 (X243 ACB) between October 2022 and October 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 7 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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Known faults for Saab Saab 9-5 OG
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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- Oil Sludge (B205/B235)Serious
Identical issue to the 9-3 OG; the 9-5 is actually more prone to this due to higher engine bay temperatures.
- Rear Trailing Arm BushesModerate
Worn rear bushes lead to poor tracking and high tyre wear.
- Turbocharger FailureSerious
All 9-5 engines use a turbocharger, and lack of maintenance or oil sludge can cause premature turbo bearing failure. A blown turbo can send oil into the intake or exhaust, causing smoke and potential engine damage.
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