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DF52 DBX

2002 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

102,628 mi
Last recorded102,628 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2013
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF52 DBX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2013 102,628 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 21 Nov 2012 97,868 miles

Oil leak

Fail 21 Nov 2012 97,868 miles

Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

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

Oil leak

engine management light on dash

Pass 11 Nov 2011 91,023 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 82,045 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2010 82,045 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2009 71,125 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 61,044 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 50,486 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 39,196 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 25,362 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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DF52 DBX is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 DF52 DBX, 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

How do I check the history of DF52 DBX?

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What year was DF52 DBX registered?

DF52 DBX is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 15 November 2002.

Is DF52 DBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF52 DBX shows 11 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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