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EX52 VVU

2002 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

80,948 mi
Last recorded80,948 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX52 VVU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 80,948 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 10 Jul 2026 80,946 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2025 80,866 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 80,740 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 80,623 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 80,521 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 80,323 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 80,297 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 79,158 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 77,661 miles

One of three rear exhaust box hangers missing but system still supported

Pass 6 Jul 2017 74,941 miles

Rear exhaust box missing one of its hangers, system still adequately supported.

Pass 21 Jul 2016 73,725 miles

Exhaust system deteriorating

Pass 16 Jul 2015 72,661 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 71,356 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 71,356 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 71,132 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 68,973 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 65,502 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 59,695 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 56,647 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 51,524 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 41,782 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 33,644 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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EX52 VVU is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 EX52 VVU, 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 EX52 VVU?

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What year was EX52 VVU registered?

EX52 VVU is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is EX52 VVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX52 VVU shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX52 VVU have outstanding finance?

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