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FX12 FWA

2012 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

91,157 mi
Last recorded91,157 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2018
Typical for 2012 Saab 9-568,024 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX12 FWA
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2018 91,157 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 82,034 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 82,034 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 68,739 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

child seat fitted

front number plate damaged

nearside front tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 23 Mar 2015 53,875 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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FX12 FWA is a 2012 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 68,024 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 FX12 FWA, 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 14 years old, this Saab 9-5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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How do I check the history of FX12 FWA?

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What year was FX12 FWA registered?

FX12 FWA is a 2012 Saab 9-5, first registered on 4 April 2012.

Is FX12 FWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX12 FWA shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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