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AF52 WSD

2002 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2020
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

136,730 mi
Last recorded136,730 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2019
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF52 WSD
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2019 136,730 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 133,804 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 129,809 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 125,825 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2016 125,825 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 122,719 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Sep 2015 122,719 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 119,103 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2012 111,853 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 103,517 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 95,680 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 84,770 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2008 74,235 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 61,651 miles

cover on turbo is loose

rear no plate deterorating

Pass 30 Aug 2006 50,313 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 50,313 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 39,148 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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AF52 WSD is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AF52 WSD, 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 AF52 WSD registered?

AF52 WSD is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 10 September 2002.

Is AF52 WSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF52 WSD shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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