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BNZ 1081

2001 Saab 9-5 Aero

Red Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2016
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

206,777 mi
Last recorded206,777 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-5 Aero102,538 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 1081
MakeSaab
Model9-5 Aero
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Apr 2017 206,777 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor corrosion (3.1.9)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor corroded and holed ns and os front and rear (5.2.6)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear discs corroded

crunchy gear box into reverse

exhaust corrosion

os handbrake return spring missing

rear wiper torn

Pass 9 Dec 2015 189,686 miles

nearside rear tyre close to legal limit

Fail 9 Dec 2015 189,686 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

nearside rear tyre close to legal limit

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5 Aero?

Based on 703 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

74.1%
Pass Rate
8,559
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 17
position lamp(s) not working 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9
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BNZ 1081 is a 2001 Saab 9-5 Aero in Red with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 2001 Saab 9-5 Aero models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 102,538 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Saab 9-5 Aero fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BNZ 1081, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 Aero typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Saab 9-5 Aero is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BNZ 1081 registered?

BNZ 1081 is a 2001 Saab 9-5 Aero, first registered on 21 March 2001.

Is BNZ 1081 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 1081 shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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