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RX51 SKK

2001 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

172,379 mi
Last recorded172,379 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2017
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-598,906 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2017 172,379 miles

Oil leak ()

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

Fail 9 Oct 2017 172,375 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 13 Oct 2016 164,961 miles

Front link rod ball joint boots in poor condition

Nearside headlamp lens cloudy

Slight play in front subframe bushes

Fail 13 Oct 2016 164,961 miles

Front link rod ball joint boots in poor condition

Nearside headlamp lens cloudy

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Slight play in front subframe bushes

Pass 10 Oct 2015 156,612 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 153,205 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 151,447 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 149,527 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 51,756 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 146,838 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 140,804 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 130,840 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 125,065 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 101,292 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

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RX51 SKK is a 2001 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SKK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX51 SKK registered?

RX51 SKK is a 2001 Saab 9-5, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is RX51 SKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 SKK shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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