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RX51 ZBZ

2001 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

127,827 mi
Last recorded127,827 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2019
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-598,906 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 ZBZ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 4 Nov 2019 127,827 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 120,045 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 110,607 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 98,605 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 88,776 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2013 80,916 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2012 73,209 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 66,227 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2010 59,163 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 53,363 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 46,401 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 41,056 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 36,950 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 32,133 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 ZBZ is a 2001 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ZBZ, 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 ZBZ registered?

RX51 ZBZ is a 2001 Saab 9-5, first registered on 24 September 2001.

Is RX51 ZBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 ZBZ shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX51 ZBZ have outstanding finance?

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