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KE51 FJD

2001 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

141,040 mi
Last recorded141,040 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2017
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-598,906 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE51 FJD
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2017 141,040 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2016 133,071 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

exhaust rusty

Pass 10 Sep 2015 127,342 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front tyre inner edge

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

exhaust rusty

Fail 7 Sep 2015 127,329 miles

Offside Rear Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front tyre inner edge

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

exhaust rusty

Pass 5 Sep 2014 121,263 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 114,348 miles

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 3 Sep 2012 108,725 miles

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 24 Aug 2011 100,573 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 91,699 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2009 82,201 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 71,504 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 71,504 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Sep 2007 61,629 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2006 52,321 miles

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 30 Aug 2005 43,667 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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KE51 FJD is a 2001 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 KE51 FJD, 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.

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What year was KE51 FJD registered?

KE51 FJD is a 2001 Saab 9-5, first registered on 19 September 2001.

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