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BP02 EPV

2002 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2023
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

85,323 mi
Last recorded85,323 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2022
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP02 EPV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2022 85,323 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside sill covers fitted

Offside sill cover fitted

Fail 11 Jul 2022 85,230 miles

Central Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside sill covers fitted

Offside sill cover fitted

Pass 2 Jul 2021 75,535 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2021 74,986 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced end off sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced End off sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured and side repeater (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Side skirts fitted with signs of rust behind

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Various signs of rust to under side

Pass 16 Jun 2020 72,975 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2020 72,975 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 71,617 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 70,335 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 69,602 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 67,047 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 65,667 miles

osf tyre age cracking

Pass 8 Apr 2014 63,927 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 61,369 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 60,082 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 59,209 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 56,763 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 53,415 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 53,415 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 49,771 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 46,012 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 41,254 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 41,226 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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BP02 EPV is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BP02 EPV, 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.

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What year was BP02 EPV registered?

BP02 EPV is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 13 November 2002.

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The MOT history for BP02 EPV shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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