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RX51 RZE

2001 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

55,837 mi
Last recorded55,837 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-598,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 RZE
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 55,837 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2025 54,518 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 54,018 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 53,341 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 52,491 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 52,053 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 51,872 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 51,054 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 50,255 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 49,341 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 48,462 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 47,816 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 47,046 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 46,269 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 45,481 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 44,532 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 43,339 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 27 Jul 2010 43,339 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 42,208 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 42,208 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 41,110 miles

o/s/f tyre in poor condition due to age, cracking around circumference

Fail 26 Aug 2008 41,110 miles

Nearside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

o/s/f tyre in poor condition due to age, cracking around circumference

Pass 29 Aug 2007 39,793 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 39,793 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 38,295 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2005 34,703 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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RX51 RZE is a 2001 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 RX51 RZE, 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.

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What year was RX51 RZE registered?

RX51 RZE is a 2001 Saab 9-5, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is RX51 RZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 RZE shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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