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FD51 HXX

2002 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

117,272 mi
Last recorded117,272 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2019
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2019 117,272 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 117,250 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 112,306 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2017 112,306 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 103,822 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 103,822 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 96,122 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 90,054 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2013 90,054 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Dec 2012 82,450 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2012 82,450 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Dec 2011 74,166 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 66,194 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 57,332 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 49,495 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 42,236 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 36,739 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 30,767 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 HXX is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FD51 HXX, 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 HXX registered?

FD51 HXX is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 2 January 2002.

Is FD51 HXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD51 HXX shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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