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RX51 ZCL

2001 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

120,983 mi
Last recorded120,983 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2015
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-598,906 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 ZCL
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 2 Jan 2015 120,983 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2015 120,983 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2014 103,154 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Jan 2014 103,154 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 85,766 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 73,074 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 73,055 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 73,031 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2008 71,471 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 62,284 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 53,563 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 44,892 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 ZCL is a 2001 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,958cc diesel 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 ZCL, 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

How do I check the history of RX51 ZCL?

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What year was RX51 ZCL registered?

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

Is RX51 ZCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 ZCL 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.

Does RX51 ZCL have outstanding finance?

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