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GK51 MVH

2002 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,069 mi
Last recorded98,069 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2013
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK51 MVH
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2013 98,069 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 30 Dec 2011 87,588 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2010 82,669 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 77,756 miles

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 number plate backing deteriorating

Pass 19 Dec 2008 69,323 miles

Nearside rear tyre measured at 2mm in part of tread area

Offside rear tyre measured at 2mm in part of tread area

Rear number plate backing deteriorating

Fail 19 Dec 2008 69,323 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside rear tyre measured at 2mm in part of tread area

Offside rear tyre measured at 2mm in part of tread area

Rear number plate backing deteriorating

Fail 28 Dec 2007 61,756 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front number plate starting to become unclear

Pass 28 Dec 2007 61,756 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

front number plate starting to become unclear

Pass 28 Dec 2006 50,082 miles

Front number plate laminate separating.

Small splits on ends of both front wiper blades.

Pass 5 Jan 2006 41,493 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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GK51 MVH is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GK51 MVH, 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 GK51 MVH registered?

GK51 MVH is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 11 January 2002.

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