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KF02 XHX

2002 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

153,498 mi
Last recorded153,498 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF02 XHX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 153,498 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 151,030 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 148,493 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2023 146,485 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 8 Mar 2023 146,483 miles

Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDE (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2022 142,039 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 138,165 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2020 135,819 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 132,737 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 128,570 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 123,502 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017 123,502 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2016 119,873 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2016 119,873 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Fail 28 Feb 2015 116,638 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 116,638 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 112,330 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 108,579 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rear exhaust box slightly deterioated

Pass 7 Feb 2012 99,527 miles

rear exhaust box slightly corroded

Pass 11 Feb 2011 88,385 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2010 78,793 miles

rear wash jet not working

Fail 18 Feb 2009 72,426 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 72,426 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 65,884 miles

near side front tyre outer edge .wear.

Pass 22 Feb 2007 57,717 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 46,578 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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KF02 XHX is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 2002 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 97,878 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 KF02 XHX, 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 24 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 KF02 XHX registered?

KF02 XHX is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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