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Y511 AVF

2001 Saab 9-5 Aero Auto

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

142,438 mi
Last recorded142,438 miles
Recorded on21 May 2009
Typical for 2001 Saab 9-5 Aero Auto80,025 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY511 AVF
MakeSaab
Model9-5 Aero Auto
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2009 142,438 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 16 May 2008 129,026 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 129,026 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

Pass 10 May 2007 110,459 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 94,654 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Small crack on n/s/f indicater lens

Washer bottle cap missing

o/s washer jets out of adjustment

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5 Aero Auto?

Based on 572 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

76.6%
Pass Rate
8,766
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 26
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15
position lamp(s) not working 14
Registration plate lamp not working 13
Headlamp not working on main beam 10
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Y511 AVF is a 2001 Saab 9-5 Aero Auto in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Saab 9-5 Aero Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 80,025 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 Aero Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y511 AVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 Aero Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Saab 9-5 Aero Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y511 AVF registered?

Y511 AVF is a 2001 Saab 9-5 Aero Auto, first registered on 31 May 2001.

Is Y511 AVF safe to buy?

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