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FY52 NVR

2002 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

145,176 mi
Last recorded145,176 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2017
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY52 NVR
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2017 145,176 miles

ENGINE LIGHT ON

EXHAUST BACK BOX OUTTER SKIN CORRODED

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

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2016 142,824 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2015 136,890 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 129,526 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 123,412 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 115,891 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 108,977 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2010 102,711 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 97,520 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 97,520 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 91,531 miles

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

both front and rear brake discs very badly lipped

movement on both rear wheels

rear no plate discoloured

Fail 21 Mar 2008 91,531 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

both front and rear brake discs very badly lipped

movement on both rear wheels

rear no plate discoloured

Pass 23 Mar 2007 84,894 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 72,806 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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FY52 NVR is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 FY52 NVR, 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.

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What year was FY52 NVR registered?

FY52 NVR is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 11 November 2002.

Is FY52 NVR safe to buy?

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