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FV56 LJC

2006 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

170,958 mi
Last recorded170,958 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2015
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV56 LJC
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2015 170,958 miles

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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 149,091 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside rear lamp lens broken

Fail 16 Dec 2014 149,091 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

nearside rear lamp lens broken

Pass 2 Dec 2013 123,700 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/r lens broken but not showing white light

poor steering lock

Fail 2 Dec 2013 123,700 miles

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/r lens broken but not showing white light

poor steering lock

Pass 12 Dec 2012 104,313 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 87,039 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 77,991 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2010 77,991 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2009 68,787 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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FV56 LJC is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FV56 LJC, 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 FV56 LJC registered?

FV56 LJC is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 21 December 2006.

Is FV56 LJC safe to buy?

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