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DX51 JCZ

2001 Saab 9-5

Green Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

173,873 mi
Last recorded173,873 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2019
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-598,906 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX51 JCZ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2019 173,873 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 159,150 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 152,984 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 150,928 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2015 148,145 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2014 146,471 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 144,061 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 142,383 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 140,766 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 135,242 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 117,471 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Aug 2009 117,471 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 101,752 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 Nov 2007 93,272 miles

Offside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Nov 2006 80,761 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 62,729 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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DX51 JCZ is a 2001 Saab 9-5 in Green with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2001 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 98,906 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 DX51 JCZ, 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 25 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 DX51 JCZ?

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What year was DX51 JCZ registered?

DX51 JCZ is a 2001 Saab 9-5, first registered on 26 October 2001.

Is DX51 JCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX51 JCZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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