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SF51 MSX

2001 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

98,994 mi
Last recorded98,994 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2017
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-598,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF51 MSX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2017 98,994 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 98,994 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2015 92,967 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 89,753 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2012 89,750 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2012 89,750 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 87,186 miles

engine management light on dash

Pass 10 Dec 2010 80,935 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2009 76,437 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 69,359 miles

front number plate becoming poor

Pass 17 Jan 2008 62,063 miles

front number plate in poor condition

Fail 17 Jan 2008 62,063 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

front number plate in poor condition

Pass 11 Jan 2007 55,581 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

engine oil leak will require investigation !

front number plate becoming poor

nearside front door damaged and door mirror broken and tapped up

Pass 10 Jan 2006 49,207 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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SF51 MSX is a 2001 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MSX, 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 MSX registered?

SF51 MSX is a 2001 Saab 9-5, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is SF51 MSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF51 MSX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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