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DN55 RYY

2006 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

90,608 mi
Last recorded90,608 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN55 RYY
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 90,608 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushes. Subframe Corroded (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 82,841 miles

Front sub frame bushes worn

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Feb 2025 82,841 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front sub frame bushes worn

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 80,956 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

exhaust heat shield insecure

rear exhaust silencer in poor condition

Pass 28 Jan 2023 78,206 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 4 Nov 2022 78,194 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Fuel system component leaking Fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 1 Nov 2021 75,584 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 70,894 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 67,358 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 62,449 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2018 62,449 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2017 58,107 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Oct 2017 58,100 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Rear Fuel system component leaking fuel filter (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2017 54,767 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2016 47,946 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2015 36,317 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2014 24,047 miles

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

offside wiper torn

Pass 5 Feb 2013 10,290 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 10,270 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 10,139 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 9,011 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 7,294 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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DN55 RYY is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 DN55 RYY, 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

How do I check the history of DN55 RYY?

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What year was DN55 RYY registered?

DN55 RYY is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 26 January 2006.

Is DN55 RYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN55 RYY shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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