2001 Saab 9-5 2.3L Petrol · Y46 MJO
2001 Saab 9-5 (2.3L, petrol). First registered 27 Apr 2001. Recorded mileage 220,933 miles. MOT expired on 15 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-5
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 15 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 220,933 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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Y46 MJO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/07/2025
- 220,933 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.
Y46 MJO 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 2001 Saab 9-5 (Y46 MJO) between August 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Y46 MJO Mileage History
- 09/08/2022212,898 mi
- 09/08/2022212,898 mi
- 16/08/2023213,847 mi+949 mi
- 18/07/2024219,352 mi+5,505 mi
- 23/07/2025220,933 mi+1,581 mi
Average of roughly 2,720 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Saab Saab 9-5 OG
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
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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