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AY51 CVK

2001 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2021
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

78,043 mi
Last recorded78,043 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2020
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-598,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY51 CVK
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2020 78,043 miles

eml light on dashboard

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear of vehicle (1.1.11 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint / cat. all exhaust system corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked / slightly broken (0.1 (b))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under neath vehicle / o/s outer sill slightly corroded bottom of wheel arch. side skirts fitted both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount squeaky (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2020 78,043 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner boot grease/ split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear of vehicle (1.1.11 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint / cat. all exhaust system corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked / slightly broken (0.1 (b))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under neath vehicle / o/s outer sill slightly corroded bottom of wheel arch. side skirts fitted both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount squeaky (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

eml light on dashboard

Pass 31 Oct 2019 75,214 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 31 Oct 2019 75,214 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 5 Nov 2018 73,915 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 72,759 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2017 72,759 miles

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 18 Nov 2016 70,905 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 68,533 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 65,488 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 62,029 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 59,992 miles

Airbag light is on

Fail 15 Nov 2011 55,938 miles

Airbag light is on!

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 55,938 miles

Airbag light is on!

Pass 23 Nov 2010 50,656 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 44,775 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)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 39,999 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 33,722 miles

Both front tyre treads low 2mm.

Pass 14 Nov 2006 29,063 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 23,926 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
Full Saab 9-5 reliability report

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AY51 CVK is a 2001 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AY51 CVK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AY51 CVK?

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What year was AY51 CVK registered?

AY51 CVK is a 2001 Saab 9-5, first registered on 28 November 2001.

Is AY51 CVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY51 CVK shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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