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FD51 HXV

2002 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

155,091 mi
Last recorded155,091 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2015
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD51 HXV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2015 155,091 miles

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

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Oil leak

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

exhaust corroded

Fail 12 Jun 2015 155,091 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Oil leak

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

exhaust corroded

Fail 14 May 2014 149,379 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

o/s/f fog lamp lens broken

Pass 14 May 2014 149,379 miles

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

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

o/s/f fog lamp lens broken

Pass 4 Mar 2013 140,267 miles

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

brake pipes coated in grease

Fail 4 Mar 2013 140,265 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

brake pipes coated in grease

Pass 8 Mar 2012 130,658 miles

Oil leak

rear exhaust sytem corroded but not blowing

Pass 15 Mar 2011 119,760 miles

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

Oil leak

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 15 Mar 2010 108,944 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 3 Feb 2009 96,723 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

Fail 15 Feb 2008 85,600 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

engine oil leak

exhaust back box corroded

slight play in both rear trailing arm bushes

Pass 15 Feb 2008 85,600 miles

engine oil leak

exhaust back box corroded

slight play in both rear trailing arm bushes

Pass 12 Feb 2007 74,381 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 61,962 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 HXV is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FD51 HXV, 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 HXV registered?

FD51 HXV is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 12 February 2002.

Is FD51 HXV safe to buy?

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