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RX51 STZ

2001 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

113,338 mi
Last recorded113,338 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2014
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-598,906 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2014 113,338 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2013 106,639 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 106,639 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Engine management lamp illuminated

Pass 26 Apr 2012 105,802 miles

Oil leak

Fail 25 Apr 2012 105,802 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Apr 2011 101,746 miles

number plate lights dim

Pass 7 Jun 2010 93,877 miles

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

both wiper blades deteriorating

Pass 23 Jun 2009 88,112 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 82,104 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 75,444 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 68,233 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 60,412 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 STZ is a 2001 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 STZ, 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 STZ registered?

RX51 STZ is a 2001 Saab 9-5, first registered on 8 September 2001.

Is RX51 STZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 STZ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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