2002 Saab 9-5 2.3L Petrol · GK52 WLF
2002 Saab 9-5 (2.3L, petrol). First registered 26 Sept 2002. Recorded mileage 72,837 miles. MOT expired on 09 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-5
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 09 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 72,837 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GK52 WLF Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/10/2025
- 72,837 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GK52 WLF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Saab 9-5 (GK52 WLF) between September 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 09 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
GK52 WLF Mileage History
- 30/09/202265,342 mi
- 10/10/202465,394 mi+52 mi
- 09/10/202572,837 mi+7,443 mi
- 09/10/202572,837 mi
Average of roughly 2,477 miles per year across 4 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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