2002 Saab 9-5 2.3L Petrol · RV02 GYC
2002 Saab 9-5 (2.3L, petrol). First registered 22 Mar 2002. Recorded mileage 79,800 miles. MOT expired on 21 Jun 2025.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-5
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Jun 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 79,800 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RV02 GYC Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/05/2024
- 79,800 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.
RV02 GYC 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 (RV02 GYC) between May 2022 and May 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 May 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
RV02 GYC Mileage History
- 24/05/202278,683 mi
- 24/05/202278,683 mi
- 23/05/202379,292 mi+609 mi
- 23/05/202479,800 mi+508 mi
Average of roughly 559 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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