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DG56 OXR

2006 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,330 mi
Last recorded103,330 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG56 OXR
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2018 103,330 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 103,330 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2016 79,067 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front tyre wearing on both edges

Offside Front tyre wearing on both edges

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

exhaust back box deteriorated

Pass 29 Sep 2015 70,706 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust slightly corroded

Fail 17 Sep 2014 61,787 miles

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

nearside wiper blade end split

nearside rear tyre inner sidewall split but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 17 Sep 2014 61,787 miles

nearside wiper blade end split

nearside rear tyre inner sidewall split but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 18 Sep 2013 54,101 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 46,195 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

front brake pads getting low

Pass 26 Sep 2011 38,445 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 31,185 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010 31,185 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 23,541 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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DG56 OXR is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DG56 OXR, 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 DG56 OXR registered?

DG56 OXR is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 18 September 2006.

Is DG56 OXR safe to buy?

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