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YK51 DXL

2002 Saab 9-5 Vector Tid

Silver Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

155,087 mi
Last recorded155,087 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2014
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-5 Vector Tid100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK51 DXL
MakeSaab
Model9-5 Vector Tid
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2014 155,087 miles

Engine oil leak

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

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

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

Fail 26 Aug 2014 155,070 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Engine oil leak

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

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2013 148,939 miles

rear inner sills corroding

Fail 3 Aug 2013 148,939 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear inner sills corroding

Pass 12 Jul 2012 138,952 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 128,431 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 119,544 miles

small lump in n/s rear tyre on inner wall

Pass 7 Jul 2009 108,165 miles

rear brake pads low.

Fail 7 Jul 2009 108,161 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

rear brake pads low.

Pass 7 Nov 2008 101,493 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 100,660 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 78,701 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5 Vector Tid?

Based on 677 MOT tests across 132 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
10,679
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
132
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 39
Registration plate lamp not working 15
position lamp(s) not working 14
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine 12
Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 12
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YK51 DXL is a 2002 Saab 9-5 Vector Tid in Silver with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Saab 9-5 Vector Tid models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 100,003 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-5 Vector Tid fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK51 DXL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 Vector Tid typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Saab 9-5 Vector Tid is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YK51 DXL registered?

YK51 DXL is a 2002 Saab 9-5 Vector Tid, first registered on 29 January 2002.

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