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RX51 SGU

2001 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

109,492 mi
Last recorded109,492 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2013
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-598,906 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 SGU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2013 109,492 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2013 109,492 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 100,102 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2013 100,102 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 89,996 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 89,996 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Sep 2010 79,656 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 73,038 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 67,392 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2008 67,388 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

engine management warning light on

offside front and nearside front inner and outer brake pads wearing low

offside front fog lamp lens missing

offside rear and nearside rear inner brake pads appear to be wearing low,recommend wheels of for inspection

Pass 24 Sep 2007 62,545 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 48,582 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2005 37,917 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 SGU is a 2001 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX51 SGU, 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 SGU registered?

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

Is RX51 SGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 SGU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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