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PG51 DXD

2002 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

176,654 mi
Last recorded176,654 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2017
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG51 DXD
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2017 176,654 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear both pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded in arch (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 171,063 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2016 171,063 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 164,146 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 160,025 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 160,025 miles

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

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 151,639 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

drivers mirror housing broken

headlight pattern poor / lenses going opac

rear exhaust box corroded and splitting

Pass 4 Apr 2012 144,374 miles

rear exhaust section corroded

Pass 5 Apr 2011 136,882 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Headlight beam image very weak / headlight covers badly deteriated

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Oil leak

Pass 12 Apr 2010 127,795 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 120,424 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)

Plastic covers over oouter sills restrict full inspection

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 113,346 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 106,180 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 98,871 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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PG51 DXD is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PG51 DXD, 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 PG51 DXD registered?

PG51 DXD is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 12 February 2002.

Is PG51 DXD safe to buy?

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