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NK12 FWW

2012 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

122,934 mi
Last recorded122,934 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Saab 9-568,024 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK12 FWW
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2026 122,934 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 114,767 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 108,324 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 101,763 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 95,274 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 90,269 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2020 82,598 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 73,699 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 97,473 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 51,646 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 46,977 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 41,373 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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NK12 FWW is a 2012 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 NK12 FWW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NK12 FWW registered?

NK12 FWW is a 2012 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is NK12 FWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK12 FWW shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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