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CU51 GMG

2002 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2019
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

136,944 mi
Last recorded136,944 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2018
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU51 GMG
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2018 136,944 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2018 136,944 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2017 129,458 miles

rear exhaust box in poor condition

unable to check outer sills fully due to covers fitted

Fail 27 Sep 2017 129,458 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

rear exhaust box in poor condition

unable to check outer sills fully due to covers fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2016 123,856 miles

oil leak from engine

rear exhaust box in poor condition

unable to check outer sills fully due to covers fitted

Pass 16 Oct 2015 119,581 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front subframe rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 16 Oct 2015 119,581 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front subframe rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 114,033 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear exhaust box in poor condition

unable to check outer sills fully due to covers fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2013 107,247 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges and tyres starting to crack

oil leak from engine

rear exhaust box in poor condition

some play in both front rear subframe mountings

Pass 2 Aug 2012 101,618 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 101,480 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

both rear tyres have badly cracked and perished on the inner and outer tread but not exposing cords

Pass 21 Jul 2011 94,746 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2010 87,871 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2010 87,871 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 80,398 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 72,723 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 72,723 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 64,883 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 64,883 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2006 56,654 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 52,919 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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CU51 GMG is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CU51 GMG, 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 CU51 GMG registered?

CU51 GMG is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 22 January 2002.

Is CU51 GMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU51 GMG shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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