CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y653 GDW

2001 Saab 9-5 SE

Blue Petrol 1985cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,609 mi
Last recorded101,609 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2008
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-5 SE90,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Saab
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY653 GDW
MakeSaab
Model9-5 SE
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2008 101,609 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 91,110 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 May 2007 90,030 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 75,532 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2006 75,530 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5 SE?

Based on 2,625 MOT tests across 601 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
9,170
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
601
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195
Direction indicator incorrect colour 74
position lamp(s) not working 72
Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 64
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 63
Full Saab 9-5 SE reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y653 GDW is a 2001 Saab 9-5 SE in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Saab 9-5 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 90,480 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-5 SE fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 195 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y653 GDW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 SE typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this Saab 9-5 SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y653 GDW?

You can check the full history of Y653 GDW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y653 GDW registered?

Y653 GDW is a 2001 Saab 9-5 SE, first registered on 30 April 2001.

Is Y653 GDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y653 GDW shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y653 GDW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y653 GDW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.