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LA02 ZKE

2002 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

185,664 mi
Last recorded185,664 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2013
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA02 ZKE
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2013 185,664 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 175,893 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 173,733 miles

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

both headlamp patterns weak.

both number plates deteriorating.

Fail 14 Jun 2011 173,687 miles

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

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

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

both headlamp patterns weak.

both number plates deteriorating.

Pass 1 Jun 2010 166,037 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2009 159,211 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 159,025 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2008 131,125 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Jun 2007 103,428 miles

Chip in front windscreen (very slight)

Nearside rear tyre getting thin on outer edge

Pass 21 Jun 2006 86,394 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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LA02 ZKE is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LA02 ZKE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LA02 ZKE registered?

LA02 ZKE is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 2 August 2002.

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