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VU52 WNF

2002 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

139,685 mi
Last recorded139,685 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2013
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 WNF
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2013 139,685 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 130,522 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2011 120,764 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 109,725 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 102,026 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 90,701 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 79,559 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 79,559 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2005 62,783 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Nov 2005 62,783 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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VU52 WNF is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WNF, 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 WNF registered?

VU52 WNF is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 3 December 2002.

Is VU52 WNF safe to buy?

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