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KE51 XVH

2001 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

147,502 mi
Last recorded147,502 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2018
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-598,906 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE51 XVH
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2018 147,502 miles

Exhaust all system rusty and silencer boxes outer skins splitting apart

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn uneven on inner edge!

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

Pass 25 Jul 2017 142,436 miles

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

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

Oil leak around engine areas ()

exhaust all system rusty and silencer boxes outer skins splitting apart

one exhaust rubber mount at rear missing [system adequately supported]

Pass 22 Oct 2016 138,811 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Exhaust has poor condition!

Pass 31 Oct 2015 134,534 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 129,040 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 117,619 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jul 2012 108,368 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 98,465 miles

Oil leak

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

engine management light on

Fail 22 Jul 2011 98,463 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

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

engine management light on

Pass 27 Mar 2009 60,708 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 46,117 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 44,331 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 44,331 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2006 41,685 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 XVH is a 2001 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XVH, 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 XVH registered?

KE51 XVH is a 2001 Saab 9-5, first registered on 2 November 2001.

Is KE51 XVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE51 XVH shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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