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LK51 HTP

2001 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

67,023 mi
Last recorded67,023 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2017
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-598,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK51 HTP
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2017 67,023 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 66,929 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 29 Feb 2016 66,929 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2014 64,670 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 63,400 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2013 63,400 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 62,103 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 60,777 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 59,503 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 57,935 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 55,470 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 55,470 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 53,045 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 49,816 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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LK51 HTP is a 2001 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LK51 HTP, 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.

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What year was LK51 HTP registered?

LK51 HTP is a 2001 Saab 9-5, first registered on 5 September 2001.

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