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MF51 JVG

2001 Saab 9-5

Green Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

98,698 mi
Last recorded98,698 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2018
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-598,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF51 JVG
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2018 98,698 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 89,231 miles

Front Number plate cracked.

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorating worn on both edges.

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorating worn on both edges.

Offside Front tyre wearing on both edges and has a small split in the tread.

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Plastic sill and underbody covers fitted so full inspection of sills and under body components not possible.

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm left on the pads. (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2016 78,464 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 23 Oct 2015 72,771 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 66,976 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 62,008 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 60,740 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 57,221 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 53,168 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2010 53,168 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2009 48,271 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 44,146 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 38,209 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 33,202 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 27,680 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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MF51 JVG is a 2001 Saab 9-5 in Green with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 MF51 JVG, 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 MF51 JVG registered?

MF51 JVG is a 2001 Saab 9-5, first registered on 14 December 2001.

Is MF51 JVG safe to buy?

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