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SF51 EKR

2001 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

85,325 mi
Last recorded85,325 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2011
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-598,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF51 EKR
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2011 85,325 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

all four brake discs rusty

Pass 10 Sep 2009 78,991 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 72,504 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Slight play in the offside and nearside rear hubs. All original remaining brake pipes starting to corrode/slightly corroded. Slight play in the steering rack. Both rear handbrake return springs missing.

Fail 15 Sep 2008 72,504 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Slight play in the offside and nearside rear hubs. All original remaining brake pipes starting to corrode/slightly corroded. Slight play in the steering rack. Both rear handbrake return springs missing.

Pass 4 Sep 2007 63,912 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 53,699 miles

n/s and o/s wipers torn at ends

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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SF51 EKR is a 2001 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 SF51 EKR, 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 SF51 EKR registered?

SF51 EKR is a 2001 Saab 9-5, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is SF51 EKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF51 EKR shows 6 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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