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WX51 OSU

2001 Saab 9-5

Green Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

85,189 mi
Last recorded85,189 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2018
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-598,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX51 OSU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2018 85,189 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear exhaust

Pass 10 Jan 2017 73,024 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3 mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both over 50% worn (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 63,072 miles

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

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 20 Jan 2015 58,515 miles

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

heavy surface rust on rear exhaust silencer

Pass 7 Jan 2014 53,013 miles

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

nearside front tyre worn low on outer edge

plastic covering both outer sill panels

Fail 20 Dec 2013 52,728 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

nearside front tyre worn low on outer edge

plastic covering both outer sill panels

Pass 19 Jan 2013 47,100 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2013 47,100 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jan 2012 39,150 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2012 39,150 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 26,874 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 17,294 miles

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

rear number plate de facing

Pass 1 Oct 2008 14,817 miles

n/s/f tyre low outer edge

Pass 3 Oct 2007 12,384 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 10,515 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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WX51 OSU is a 2001 Saab 9-5 in Green with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WX51 OSU, 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 WX51 OSU?

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What year was WX51 OSU registered?

WX51 OSU is a 2001 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is WX51 OSU safe to buy?

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