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LA52 TXV

2002 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

161,076 mi
Last recorded161,076 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2016
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA52 TXV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2016 161,076 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2014 154,282 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 154,282 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2013 148,200 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 139,283 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2010 131,916 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2010 131,916 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Fail 17 Nov 2009 126,702 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 126,702 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 115,746 miles

Nearside Rear 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 24 Aug 2007 104,973 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 104,973 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Sep 2006 86,186 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 62,749 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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LA52 TXV is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LA52 TXV, 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 LA52 TXV registered?

LA52 TXV is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 14 September 2002.

Is LA52 TXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA52 TXV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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