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RX52 ZDH

2002 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

203,718 mi
Last recorded203,718 miles
Recorded on21 May 2018
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX52 ZDH
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2018 203,718 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 196,324 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2016 183,159 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 173,439 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 May 2014 156,830 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 156,830 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 139,531 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 124,875 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 110,126 miles

Oil leak

chips in windscreen at offside

heatshield insecure at exhaust center section

Pass 12 Jul 2010 95,270 miles

nail in osr tyre

Pass 14 Jul 2009 76,093 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 60,928 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jul 2008 60,927 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2007 45,457 miles

both rear tyres wearing unevenly on inner edge

rear seatbelt stalks not checked due to rear seats being folded down

Fail 13 Jul 2007 45,457 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

both rear tyres wearing unevenly on inner edge

rear seatbelt stalks not checked due to seats being folded down

Pass 28 Jul 2006 33,189 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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RX52 ZDH is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2002 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 97,878 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 RX52 ZDH, 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 24 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 RX52 ZDH?

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What year was RX52 ZDH registered?

RX52 ZDH is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 22 November 2002.

Is RX52 ZDH safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX52 ZDH shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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