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HBZ 766

2001 Saab 9-5 Auto

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

103,141 mi
Last recorded103,141 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-5 Auto75,754 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBZ 766
MakeSaab
Model9-5 Auto
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 103,141 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all brake pipes cover in under seal

plastic covers

Pass 23 Aug 2024 102,494 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 101,929 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Under body pipes to rear covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 101,160 miles

Backbox corroded

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Stabiliser bush worn out (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 100,640 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front engine mount bush worn

Pass 31 Jul 2020 99,797 miles

Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 99,369 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Fail 14 Aug 2019 99,369 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 31 Aug 2018 98,876 miles

Central Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2018 98,876 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Central Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 97,734 miles

Front Both front Tyre's cracking but not to cords

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 18 Sep 2017 97,734 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle middle door (6.2.B.1c)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Both front Tyre's cracking but not to cords

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 95,727 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 92,856 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 92,856 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 90,637 miles

both inner to outer sills are modified

Pass 7 Nov 2013 88,913 miles

Nearside 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 11 Oct 2012 87,505 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 86,345 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2010 84,879 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 82,721 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 80,700 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2007 78,044 miles

Nearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2006 75,486 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 73,650 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2005 61,630 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5 Auto?

Based on 795 MOT tests across 160 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
5,825
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46
Direction indicator incorrect colour 20
Registration plate lamp not working 17
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 17
position lamp(s) not working 16
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HBZ 766 is a 2001 Saab 9-5 Auto in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2001 Saab 9-5 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 75,754 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-5 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HBZ 766, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this Saab 9-5 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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HBZ 766 is a 2001 Saab 9-5 Auto, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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