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FX51 FWO

2001 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

174,000 mi
Last recorded174,000 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-598,906 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 FWO
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 174,000 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 170,966 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at approx 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at approx 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

all underbody greased including all brake pipes and suspension components

Pass 19 Dec 2023 167,914 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2023 167,914 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 164,248 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 160,460 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 158,262 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 156,342 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 151,338 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 146,354 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 140,159 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 132,663 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 125,336 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 119,061 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 113,950 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2012 113,950 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 108,169 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 102,860 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 97,703 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 87,656 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 87,656 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 66,419 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 51,479 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 48,178 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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FX51 FWO is a 2001 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2001 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 98,906 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 FX51 FWO, 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 25 years old, this Saab 9-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FX51 FWO registered?

FX51 FWO is a 2001 Saab 9-5, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is FX51 FWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX51 FWO shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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