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Y951 XCW

2001 Saab 9-5

Green Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

95,182 mi
Last recorded95,182 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-598,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY951 XCW
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2017 95,182 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened n/s-o/s (2.4.G.1)

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s-o/s (2.4.G.1)

rear axle corroded.

Fail 25 Jul 2017 95,182 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened n/s-o/s (2.4.G.1)

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s-o/s (2.4.G.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear axle corroded.

Pass 27 Jul 2011 95,171 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 94,461 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 94,368 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 94,368 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 87,733 miles

engine management warning light on

moderate wear n/s and o/s rear suspension top bush,s

nail in tyre

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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Y951 XCW is a 2001 Saab 9-5 in Green with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y951 XCW, 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.

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What year was Y951 XCW registered?

Y951 XCW is a 2001 Saab 9-5, first registered on 25 May 2001.

Is Y951 XCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y951 XCW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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