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AY51 CWA

2002 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

87,744 mi
Last recorded87,744 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2019
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY51 CWA
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2019 87,744 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 81,645 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 75,566 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

oil leaks from oil switch

Fail 20 Sep 2017 75,566 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

oil leaks from oil switch

Pass 7 Sep 2016 68,399 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 61,918 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

oil leak

Pass 24 Nov 2014 52,828 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2014 52,828 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 45,225 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 42,490 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2011 39,214 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 39,214 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 36,091 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 32,339 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2010 32,339 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 29,358 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 25,290 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 21,451 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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AY51 CWA is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2002 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 97,878 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 CWA, 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 24 years old, this Saab 9-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY51 CWA registered?

AY51 CWA is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 2 February 2002.

Is AY51 CWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY51 CWA shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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