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EX06 MZL

2006 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

60,691 mi
Last recorded60,691 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX06 MZL
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 60,691 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2025 60,311 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 56,570 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2024 56,570 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2023 53,650 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 51,760 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 51,760 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Oct 2020 51,055 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 49,231 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 47,296 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 45,124 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 42,230 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 39,963 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 39,963 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 36,810 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 36,810 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 33,212 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 29,712 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 26,149 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 21,526 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 17,007 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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EX06 MZL is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 EX06 MZL, 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 EX06 MZL registered?

EX06 MZL is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 29 March 2006.

Is EX06 MZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX06 MZL shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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