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PO51 KUR

2001 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

138,788 mi
Last recorded138,788 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-598,906 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO51 KUR
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 138,788 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 136,418 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 134,301 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 132,093 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 129,750 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 126,777 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 124,454 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 121,886 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 120,404 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 116,900 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 115,165 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2015 115,165 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 112,812 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2014 110,743 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2014 110,743 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 105,641 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 99,962 miles

rear exhaust box deteriorated and bracket broken off but still secure

Fail 18 Jan 2011 96,144 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 96,144 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 92,608 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 85,720 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 77,295 miles

rear brake pads wearing low

Fail 29 Jan 2008 77,295 miles

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

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

rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 22 Jan 2007 65,941 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 53,928 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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PO51 KUR is a 2001 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 PO51 KUR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PO51 KUR registered?

PO51 KUR is a 2001 Saab 9-5, first registered on 29 September 2001.

Is PO51 KUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for PO51 KUR shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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