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GN51 JOJ

2001 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

111,762 mi
Last recorded111,762 miles
Recorded on10 May 2021
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-598,906 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN51 JOJ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2021 111,762 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2019 106,221 miles

outer sill covers fitted , not allowing a full inspection

Pass 26 Sep 2018 98,128 miles

Nearside Rear disc in poor condition

front number plate in poor condition

vehicle fitted with sill covers preventing full inspection

Pass 27 Sep 2017 83,847 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

rear box in poor condition

front head lamp patterns just visable

front number plate in poor condition

Pass 26 Sep 2016 71,675 miles

Front number plate in poor condition

Offside Front tyre wearing on the edge

both rear tyres slightly mishaped

vehicle fitted with sill covers

Fail 26 Sep 2016 71,673 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front number plate in poor condition

Offside Front tyre wearing on the edge

both rear tyres slightly mishaped

vehicle fitted with sill covers

Pass 5 Oct 2015 61,788 miles

Nearside Rear top suspension arm,inner bush has slight play

rear box in poor condition

Pass 25 Sep 2014 53,754 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 46,782 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 43,080 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 41,920 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 40,748 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 38,815 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 36,632 miles

Nearside rear tyre has a split on the inner sidewall (not to cords) 225/4517

Pass 16 Aug 2007 35,296 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 32,901 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2005 23,839 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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GN51 JOJ is a 2001 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 GN51 JOJ, 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 GN51 JOJ?

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What year was GN51 JOJ registered?

GN51 JOJ is a 2001 Saab 9-5, first registered on 10 September 2001.

Is GN51 JOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN51 JOJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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