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MF51 UZU

2002 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

147,227 mi
Last recorded147,227 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2016
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF51 UZU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2016 147,227 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 142,406 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2015 142,406 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 138,328 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2014 138,328 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2013 134,234 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 129,297 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2012 129,294 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Feb 2011 123,091 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 123,052 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 117,327 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 112,482 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2009 112,482 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 104,004 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 95,097 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 84,636 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 UZU is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 MF51 UZU, 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 MF51 UZU registered?

MF51 UZU is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 29 January 2002.

Is MF51 UZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF51 UZU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MF51 UZU have outstanding finance?

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