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YD52 XMX

2002 Saab 9-5

Beige Diesel 2358cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

121,347 mi
Last recorded121,347 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2012
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD52 XMX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,358cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2012 121,347 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2012 121,347 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 110,264 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 96,738 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 84,390 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2008 72,602 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 72,602 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2007 59,182 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 59,182 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

o/s handbrake return spring missing

Pass 13 Nov 2006 46,984 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2005 35,062 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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YD52 XMX is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Beige with a 2,358cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 YD52 XMX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YD52 XMX registered?

YD52 XMX is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 18 November 2002.

Is YD52 XMX safe to buy?

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