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YD02 PGX

2002 Saab 9-5

Red Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

144,641 mi
Last recorded144,641 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2013
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD02 PGX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2013 144,641 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 144,631 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 137,047 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 112,435 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010 112,435 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

play in o/s/r suspension arm lower bush

slight imbalance on front brakes

Pass 28 Aug 2009 99,634 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 88,130 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

NSF TYRE SCRUBBING ON INNER SIDE

Pass 5 Feb 2008 129,706 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 114,807 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 114,804 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2005 100,944 miles
Pass 13 May 2005

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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YD02 PGX is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Red with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YD02 PGX, 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.

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What year was YD02 PGX registered?

YD02 PGX is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 May 2002.

Is YD02 PGX safe to buy?

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