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FD51 HXB

2002 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

119,958 mi
Last recorded119,958 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2018
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD51 HXB
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2018 119,958 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 119,958 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2017 114,277 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 106,160 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel hub spigot mounting slightly worn (4.2.B.5)

Offside Rear Wheel hub spigot mounting slightly worn (4.2.B.5)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 95,605 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2014 87,138 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 17 Feb 2014 87,138 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 82,211 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 78,978 miles

n-s-r tyre wearing uneven

Pass 17 Feb 2011 75,106 miles

n-s-r tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 23 Feb 2010 69,495 miles

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

n/s/r tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 13 Jan 2009 63,798 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2008 58,624 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Jan 2008 58,624 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 52,595 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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FD51 HXB is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FD51 HXB, 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 FD51 HXB registered?

FD51 HXB is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 January 2002.

Is FD51 HXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD51 HXB shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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