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CJ55 BBU

2006 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

145,285 mi
Last recorded145,285 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2019
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJ55 BBU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2019 145,285 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2018 141,023 miles

advise on both rear tyres close to limit of tread wear

advise on corrosion to rear brake pipes

advise on corrosion to underneath of vehicle

Fail 3 May 2018 141,023 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

advise on both rear tyres close to limit of tread wear

advise on corrosion to rear brake pipes

advise on corrosion to underneath of vehicle

Pass 27 Apr 2017 134,589 miles

advise on corrosion to centre brake pipes

advise on corrosion to exhaust system

advise on corrosion to underneath of vehicle

advise on slight play in o/s/r lower suspension arm

Fail 27 Apr 2017 134,589 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

advise on corrosion to centre brake pipes

advise on corrosion to exhaust system

advise on corrosion to underneath of vehicle

advise on slight play in o/s/r lower suspension arm

Pass 3 May 2016 127,788 miles

advise on n/s/f tyre perished

advise on slight corrosion to both rear brake pipes

advise on slight play in n/s/r upper suspension arm

advise on slight play in o/s/f antiroll bar link

advise on slight play in o/s/r upper suspension arm

Pass 30 Apr 2015 120,481 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 120,481 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Fail 29 Apr 2014 112,421 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 112,421 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 105,114 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 97,850 miles

rear pads wearing thin

Pass 30 Apr 2011 90,993 miles

Advise on corrosion to rear brake discs

Advise on slight corrosion to exhaust system

Pass 5 Mar 2010 76,659 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 61,662 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 25 Feb 2009 61,662 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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CJ55 BBU is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CJ55 BBU, 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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CJ55 BBU is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 27 February 2006.

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