CarVerify

Free Car Check

RV02 YDJ

2002 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

93,244 mi
Last recorded93,244 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2016
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Saab
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV02 YDJ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2016 93,244 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 92,642 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 87,344 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 84,499 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 80,559 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 77,513 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 73,114 miles

slight uneven tyre wear

Pass 25 Jun 2009 69,572 miles

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

nearside wiper blade deteriorated

rear tyres starting to wear unevenly and tread stepped on inner edges

Pass 24 Jun 2008 65,989 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2007 58,776 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2007 58,776 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 55,037 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2005 32,340 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
Full Saab 9-5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

RV02 YDJ is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 RV02 YDJ, 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

How do I check the history of RV02 YDJ?

You can check the full history of RV02 YDJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RV02 YDJ registered?

RV02 YDJ is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 18 March 2002.

Is RV02 YDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV02 YDJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV02 YDJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on RV02 YDJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.