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WA51 AUM

2001 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

80,073 mi
Last recorded80,073 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-598,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA51 AUM
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2014 80,073 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear silencer outerskin rusted/deteriorated but not leaking at time of test

Fail 25 Sep 2013 73,020 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

rear silencer outerskin rusted/deteriorating

Pass 25 Sep 2013 73,020 miles

rear silencer outerskin rusted/deteriorating

Pass 27 Sep 2012 65,468 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front brake discs worn/ridged

rear silencer outerskin rusted/deteriorated

Fail 27 Sep 2012 65,468 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake discs worn/ridged

rear silencer outerskin rusted/deteriorated

Pass 24 Sep 2011 60,763 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Sep 2010 58,638 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 56,396 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

offside rear tyre worn on outer edge

offside wing mirror housing has sharpe edge due to being damaged

Pass 26 Sep 2008 54,016 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 51,447 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 49,038 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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WA51 AUM is a 2001 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WA51 AUM, 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

How do I check the history of WA51 AUM?

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What year was WA51 AUM registered?

WA51 AUM is a 2001 Saab 9-5, first registered on 29 September 2001.

Is WA51 AUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA51 AUM shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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