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DG56 PUX

2006 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

128,008 mi
Last recorded128,008 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG56 PUX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2017 128,008 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2017 128,008 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 120,569 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 120,569 miles

Rear rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 111,865 miles

Centre Front Sub-frame synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear, front sub frame (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

check engine light on

Fail 16 Sep 2015 111,865 miles

Centre Front Sub-frame synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear, front sub frame (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

check engine light on

Pass 16 Sep 2014 99,802 miles

EML is on

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2013 941,161 miles

exhaust corroded

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2012 80,268 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 67,484 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 53,546 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 41,178 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 PUX is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc 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 PUX, 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 PUX registered?

DG56 PUX is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 22 September 2006.

Is DG56 PUX safe to buy?

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