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FH02 ABZ

2002 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH02 ABZ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2010
Fail 1 Dec 2010 110,252 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 May 2009 95,418 miles

Engine oil leak

Pass 27 May 2008 81,248 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 66,193 miles

nearside front inner drive shaft gaiter split

Pass 9 May 2006 52,018 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Nov 2005 50,237 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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FH02 ABZ is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FH02 ABZ, 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 FH02 ABZ?

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What year was FH02 ABZ registered?

FH02 ABZ is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 15 August 2002.

Is FH02 ABZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH02 ABZ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FH02 ABZ have outstanding finance?

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