CarVerify

Free Car Check

ST02 JFV

2002 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 2958cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

131,729 mi
Last recorded131,729 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2015
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Saab
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationST02 JFV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2015 131,729 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 26 Mar 2015 131,702 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 127,426 miles

can not check outer door sills trims fitted

engine under tray fitted

headlight washers not working

tyre wear started on o/s/f

Fail 31 Jan 2014 127,415 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

can not check outer door sills trims fitted

engine under tray fitted

headlight washers not working

tyre wear started on o/s/f

Pass 31 Dec 2012 122,331 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE SLIGHTLY OUT OF SHAPE

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

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2011 119,473 miles

front brake discs pitted and corroded

n/s/r tyre perrished across tread area

rear brake discs pitted and corroded

Fail 24 Oct 2011 119,473 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

front brake discs pitted and corroded

n/s/r tyre perrished across tread area

rear brake discs pitted and corroded

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 3 Mar 2010 108,862 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 94,022 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2008 80,340 miles

suspect slight roughness in n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 28 Mar 2007 67,883 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2006 60,791 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2005 41,232 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
Full Saab 9-5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

ST02 JFV is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 ST02 JFV, 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 ST02 JFV?

You can check the full history of ST02 JFV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was ST02 JFV registered?

ST02 JFV is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 July 2002.

Is ST02 JFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST02 JFV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ST02 JFV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on ST02 JFV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.