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LA51 XAD

2002 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

78,363 mi
Last recorded78,363 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2018
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA51 XAD
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2018 78,363 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2018 78,363 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Oct 2017 77,487 miles

oil leak

Pass 21 Oct 2016 76,616 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 73,279 miles

oil leak

Pass 10 Oct 2014 73,155 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Oct 2013 69,283 miles

Oil leak

nearside outer front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

Fail 9 Oct 2013 69,283 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

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

Oil leak

nearside outer front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

Pass 5 Oct 2012 64,962 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil level low

Pass 11 Oct 2011 60,834 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 57,586 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 52,894 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 46,911 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 39,297 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)

Pass 20 Sep 2006 33,870 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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LA51 XAD is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LA51 XAD, 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

How do I check the history of LA51 XAD?

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What year was LA51 XAD registered?

LA51 XAD is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 January 2002.

Is LA51 XAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA51 XAD shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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