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AE51 FPZ

2001 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2023
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,948 mi
Last recorded34,948 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2022
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-598,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Saab
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 FPZ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 10 Nov 2022 34,948 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 34,938 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 33,758 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 33,520 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 33,131 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

drivers seat cushion insecure

signs of a/c dye underside

Pass 25 Oct 2011 32,762 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

number plates starting to look poor

Pass 5 Nov 2010 32,037 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 31,348 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 29,973 miles

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 6 Nov 2007 27,722 miles

1) Rear number plate backing deteriorating.

Pass 17 Nov 2006 26,867 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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AE51 FPZ is a 2001 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 AE51 FPZ, 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.

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What year was AE51 FPZ registered?

AE51 FPZ is a 2001 Saab 9-5, first registered on 27 November 2001.

Is AE51 FPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 FPZ shows 11 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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