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BD02 JOA

2002 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

159,537 mi
Last recorded159,537 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2018
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD02 JOA
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc
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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 21 Jun 2018 159,537 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 148,572 miles

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 9 Jun 2016 141,015 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 128,865 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 May 2014 120,438 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 112,103 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 104,375 miles
Pass 17 May 2011
Pass 27 May 2010 86,716 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 79,690 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 71,082 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 62,827 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 53,100 miles

rear wiper blade split

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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BD02 JOA is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BD02 JOA, 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 BD02 JOA registered?

BD02 JOA is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 20 April 2002.

Is BD02 JOA safe to buy?

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