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FX51 FXC

2001 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

86,953 mi
Last recorded86,953 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2013
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-598,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 FXC
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 18 Feb 2013 86,953 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

rear silencer deteriorating

Pass 18 Feb 2013 86,953 miles

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

rear silencer deteriorating

Pass 13 Feb 2012 80,105 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 80,105 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Feb 2011 72,942 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2011 72,942 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

both front brake discs worn

both wipers torn

Pass 18 Feb 2010 66,668 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2009 59,625 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 53,845 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Jan 2007 48,895 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 41,907 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nail in tyre

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 FXC is a 2001 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 FX51 FXC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FX51 FXC?

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What year was FX51 FXC registered?

FX51 FXC is a 2001 Saab 9-5, first registered on 26 September 2001.

Is FX51 FXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX51 FXC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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