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BU02 OBX

2002 Saab 9-5 Aero Auto

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

119,082 mi
Last recorded119,082 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2008
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-5 Aero Auto85,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 OBX
MakeSaab
Model9-5 Aero Auto
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2008 119,082 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 119,082 miles

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

Fail 16 Apr 2007 100,073 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 100,073 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 76,082 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5 Aero Auto?

Based on 572 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

76.6%
Pass Rate
8,766
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 26
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15
position lamp(s) not working 14
Registration plate lamp not working 13
Headlamp not working on main beam 10
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BU02 OBX is a 2002 Saab 9-5 Aero Auto in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2002 Saab 9-5 Aero Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 85,016 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 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU02 OBX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 Aero Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Saab 9-5 Aero Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU02 OBX registered?

BU02 OBX is a 2002 Saab 9-5 Aero Auto, first registered on 23 March 2002.

Is BU02 OBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU02 OBX shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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