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A18 SND

2006 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

122,699 mi
Last recorded122,699 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 SND
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 122,699 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer joint both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 117,177 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 112,125 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 106,730 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 100,558 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 94,225 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 87,866 miles

Nearside steering rack damp

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 81,075 miles

steering rack damp

Pass 13 Sep 2017 73,808 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 65,710 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2015 64,677 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 64,677 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2014 61,892 miles

o/s/f tyre bald on edges.

rear trailing arm bushes split.

Pass 30 Aug 2013 60,017 miles

offside front tyre bald on edges

offside rear trailing arm bush starting to split

Pass 23 Aug 2012 55,211 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 47,341 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 38,250 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 38,250 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 31,672 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5?

Based on 735,114 MOT tests across 55,671 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
7,075
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
55,671
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,935
position lamp(s) not working 13,798
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,560
Registration plate lamp not working 10,446
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,497
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A18 SND is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2006 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 88,416 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A18 SND, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 20 years old, this Saab 9-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A18 SND registered?

A18 SND is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 8 September 2006.

Is A18 SND safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 SND shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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