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FX06 WKW

2006 Saab 9-5

Beige Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

167,414 mi
Last recorded167,414 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2016
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX06 WKW
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2016 167,414 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2016 167,414 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 142,927 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2015 142,924 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 120,845 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 97,770 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 80,075 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 70,252 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 70,252 miles

Nearside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 61,119 miles

slight oplay in nearside front anti roll bar drop link

Pass 16 Nov 2009 52,480 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 52,480 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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FX06 WKW is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Beige with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FX06 WKW, 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 FX06 WKW registered?

FX06 WKW is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 6 March 2006.

Is FX06 WKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX06 WKW shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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