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BJ06 OFW

2006 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

114,146 mi
Last recorded114,146 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2019
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ06 OFW
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2019 114,146 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Fluid leak, but not excessive AT FUEL FILTER (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2018 107,140 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 102,301 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 94,423 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded ALL (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 89,351 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (3.4.2)

Fail 29 May 2015 89,351 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (3.4.2)

Pass 21 May 2014 82,471 miles

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 17 May 2013 73,840 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 63,578 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 48,606 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 31,307 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 20,829 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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BJ06 OFW is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BJ06 OFW, 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.

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What year was BJ06 OFW registered?

BJ06 OFW is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 March 2006.

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