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AF52 WTP

2002 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

170,212 mi
Last recorded170,212 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2019
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF52 WTP
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2019 170,212 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 158,532 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 150,687 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 145,419 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 141,934 miles

rear box corroded/peeling

Pass 2 Sep 2014 138,966 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

engine management light on

front anti roll bar D bush's worn/slight play

rear section of exhaust corroded/peeling

Pass 19 Sep 2013 133,084 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Sep 2012 120,653 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Sep 2011 105,633 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 91,901 miles

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

Offside rear tyre wearing uneven.

Perishing cracks in offside rear tyre.

Fail 20 Sep 2010 91,901 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear tyre wearing uneven.

Perishing cracks in offside rear tyre.

Pass 2 Sep 2009 70,964 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 57,838 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2007 47,778 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 47,778 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 40,278 miles

Both number plates deteriorating slightly

Pass 25 Aug 2005 28,638 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 WTP is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol 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 WTP, 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 AF52 WTP registered?

AF52 WTP is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 18 September 2002.

Is AF52 WTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF52 WTP 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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