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SV51 CAU

2001 Saab 9-5 Aero

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

143,599 mi
Last recorded143,599 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2007
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-5 Aero102,538 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV51 CAU
MakeSaab
Model9-5 Aero
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2007 143,599 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Aug 2006 133,512 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2005 114,144 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2005 114,144 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5 Aero?

Based on 703 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

74.1%
Pass Rate
8,559
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 17
position lamp(s) not working 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9
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SV51 CAU is a 2001 Saab 9-5 Aero in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Saab 9-5 Aero models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 102,538 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-5 Aero fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SV51 CAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 Aero typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Saab 9-5 Aero is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SV51 CAU?

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What year was SV51 CAU registered?

SV51 CAU is a 2001 Saab 9-5 Aero, first registered on 18 September 2001.

Is SV51 CAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV51 CAU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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