2002 Saab 9-5 2.2L Diesel · BL52 GEJ
2002 Saab 9-5 (2.2L, diesel). First registered 31 Dec 2002. Recorded mileage 152,805 miles. MOT expired on 17 Jun 2026.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-5
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 17 Jun 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 152,805 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BL52 GEJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/06/2025
- 152,805 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BL52 GEJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Saab 9-5 (BL52 GEJ) between June 2023 and June 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 16 June 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
BL52 GEJ Mileage History
- 06/06/2023143,105 mi
- 03/06/2024148,528 mi+5,423 mi
- 03/06/2024148,530 mi+2 mi
- 16/06/2025152,805 mi+4,275 mi
- 16/06/2025152,805 mi
Average of roughly 4,780 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Saab Saab 9-5 OG
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Oil Sludge (B205/B235)Serious
Identical issue to the 9-3 OG; the 9-5 is actually more prone to this due to higher engine bay temperatures.
- Rear Trailing Arm BushesModerate
Worn rear bushes lead to poor tracking and high tyre wear.
- Turbocharger FailureSerious
All 9-5 engines use a turbocharger, and lack of maintenance or oil sludge can cause premature turbo bearing failure. A blown turbo can send oil into the intake or exhaust, causing smoke and potential engine damage.
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