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GK52 HTP

2002 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

146,525 mi
Last recorded146,525 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2021
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK52 HTP
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2021 146,525 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Main D - Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx. 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx. 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & cracking on inner wall (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx. 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Slight corrosion offside rear spring cup / shockabsorber top mounting

Pass 29 Jun 2020 142,300 miles

Headlamp lens' slightly faded / discoloured

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx. 3.0 / 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear exhaust slightly corroded

Fail 29 Jun 2020 142,300 miles

Headlamp lens' slightly faded / discoloured

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx. 3.0 / 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 3 Jul 2019 138,781 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 125,867 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

part of the exhaust system is slightly deteriorated

Fail 3 Jul 2018 125,867 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

part of the exhaust system is slightly deteriorated

Pass 14 Sep 2017 124,532 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 121,028 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 116,035 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 111,689 miles

rear exh box deteriated

Fail 18 Sep 2014 111,688 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear exh box deteriated

Pass 19 Sep 2013 106,201 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 101,671 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 97,630 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2010 94,023 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 89,591 miles

slight wear in rear suspension bushes

Pass 24 Sep 2008 83,267 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 78,625 miles

rear tyres low,also front and rear brake pads low.

Pass 25 Sep 2006 72,524 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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GK52 HTP is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 GK52 HTP, 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 GK52 HTP registered?

GK52 HTP is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 26 September 2002.

Is GK52 HTP safe to buy?

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