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DV56 VLX

2006 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

132,993 mi
Last recorded132,993 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2022
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV56 VLX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2022 132,993 miles

Driver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Feb 2021 115,620 miles

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

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside / Offside (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 102,400 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside / Offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 96,549 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 94,579 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 90,736 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2017 90,736 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Jan 2016 82,371 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 82,213 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 79,323 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside outer constsnt velocity gaiter weeping from inner securing clip

Pass 15 May 2013 72,787 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 66,818 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2011 63,498 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 57,561 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2009 49,148 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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DV56 VLX is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 DV56 VLX, 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 DV56 VLX registered?

DV56 VLX is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 21 November 2006.

Is DV56 VLX safe to buy?

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