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VU52 HXD

2002 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2358cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,426 mi
Last recorded43,426 miles
Recorded on24 May 2012
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 HXD
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,358cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2012 43,426 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2011 43,245 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 36,113 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 35,998 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

bottom hose is insecure

intercooler pipes insecure

lower front bumper insecure

radiators insecure

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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VU52 HXD is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,358cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VU52 HXD, 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

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What year was VU52 HXD registered?

VU52 HXD is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is VU52 HXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU52 HXD 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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