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KV51 EJF

2001 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,267 mi
Last recorded113,267 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2020
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-598,906 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV51 EJF
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2020 113,267 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 110,952 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2019 110,951 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 107,013 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 103,295 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2017 103,295 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Nov 2016 98,442 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2015 96,013 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 92,884 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 90,602 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2013 90,602 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 5 Nov 2012 88,423 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear seats folded down unable to check rear seat belts

Pass 5 Nov 2012 88,423 miles

Rear seats folded down unable to check rear seat belts

Pass 11 Nov 2011 83,897 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 82,320 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 79,610 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2008 75,165 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 75,165 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 72,141 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 69,220 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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KV51 EJF is a 2001 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KV51 EJF, 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 KV51 EJF registered?

KV51 EJF is a 2001 Saab 9-5, first registered on 16 November 2001.

Is KV51 EJF safe to buy?

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