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RV52 RMX

2002 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

143,069 mi
Last recorded143,069 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2014
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV52 RMX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2014 143,069 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 28 Nov 2014 143,069 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 129,731 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

offside front wing dented

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 1 Dec 2012 122,220 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear tyres perishing

Pass 12 Nov 2011 113,676 miles

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

both front headlight patterns hazy

temporary repair offside front wing

Pass 6 Dec 2010 106,873 miles

front subframe bushes perishing / movement to front subframe

wipers split

Pass 19 Nov 2009 99,450 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 93,279 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 20 Nov 2008 93,196 miles

Nearside Front Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear (3.5.1f)

Nearside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

o/s/f brake pad metal sensor not fitted correctly

Pass 1 Dec 2007 82,322 miles

front wipers split

Pass 2 Dec 2006 59,591 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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RV52 RMX is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 RV52 RMX, 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 RV52 RMX?

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What year was RV52 RMX registered?

RV52 RMX is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 6 December 2002.

Is RV52 RMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV52 RMX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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