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KF52 SZW

2002 Saab 9-5 Aero Auto

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

160,110 mi
Last recorded160,110 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-5 Aero Auto85,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF52 SZW
MakeSaab
Model9-5 Aero Auto
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2017 160,110 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 31 Jul 2017 160,101 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 158,644 miles

Exhaust system starting to corrode

Pass 20 Apr 2009 71,735 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 61,046 miles

near side tyre worn on outer edge front of side tyre worn outer edge front

Pass 24 Oct 2006 49,333 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2006 49,333 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2005 33,884 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2005 55,882 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 35,690 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5 Aero Auto?

Based on 572 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

76.6%
Pass Rate
8,766
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 26
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15
position lamp(s) not working 14
Registration plate lamp not working 13
Headlamp not working on main beam 10
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KF52 SZW is a 2002 Saab 9-5 Aero Auto in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Saab 9-5 Aero Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 85,016 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-5 Aero Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KF52 SZW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 Aero Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Saab 9-5 Aero Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KF52 SZW registered?

KF52 SZW is a 2002 Saab 9-5 Aero Auto, first registered on 5 September 2002.

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