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RV52 YEX

2002 Saab 9-5 Aero

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

150,331 mi
Last recorded150,331 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2008
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-5 Aero86,320 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV52 YEX
MakeSaab
Model9-5 Aero
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2008 150,331 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 22 Sep 2008 150,331 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 121,579 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5 Aero?

Based on 703 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

74.1%
Pass Rate
8,559
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 17
position lamp(s) not working 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9
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RV52 YEX is a 2002 Saab 9-5 Aero in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Saab 9-5 Aero models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 86,320 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 Aero fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RV52 YEX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 Aero typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Saab 9-5 Aero is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RV52 YEX?

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What year was RV52 YEX registered?

RV52 YEX is a 2002 Saab 9-5 Aero, first registered on 5 September 2002.

Is RV52 YEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV52 YEX shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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