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KE51 XVL

2001 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

132,817 mi
Last recorded132,817 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2023
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-598,906 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE51 XVL
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2023 132,817 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 127,625 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2022 122,767 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2021 119,302 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2020 116,733 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 112,516 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 109,700 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jan 2017 105,180 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 99,661 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 94,848 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 91,372 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 88,274 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 84,463 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

offside and nearside rear tyres worn on inner edges

rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 8 Feb 2011 79,706 miles

Oil leak

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 12 Feb 2010 73,975 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear brake drum slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

rear inner brake pads appear low

Pass 20 Feb 2009 66,379 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2008 59,438 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 52,554 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 52,486 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 46,254 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 XVL is a 2001 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 XVL, 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

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What year was KE51 XVL registered?

KE51 XVL is a 2001 Saab 9-5, first registered on 26 October 2001.

Is KE51 XVL safe to buy?

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