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CU06 AFK

2006 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

155,074 mi
Last recorded155,074 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2015
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU06 AFK
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2015 155,074 miles

engine management light indicating a fault

exhaust backbox outer skin corroded

Pass 26 Sep 2014 133,393 miles

Engine warning light on.

Fail 12 Sep 2014 132,467 miles

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

both headlamps flickering slightly

brake warning light on

em light on

exhaust corroded

o/s/f seat belt fraying

rear load sensor snapped

Pass 26 Sep 2013 111,077 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 95,963 miles

exhaust backbox corroded

Fail 7 Sep 2012 95,963 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

exhaust backbox corroded

offside front tyre cut in sidewall no cords visable

tracking check - uneven wear

Pass 2 Sep 2011 79,422 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 68,474 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2010 68,473 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

handbrake travel just below maximum limit

rear discs slightly worn

Pass 2 Mar 2010 66,568 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 51,065 miles

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

front discs are lipped

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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CU06 AFK is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 CU06 AFK, 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 CU06 AFK registered?

CU06 AFK is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 17 March 2006.

Is CU06 AFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU06 AFK shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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