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FY55 TPV

2006 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

116,490 mi
Last recorded116,490 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2021
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 TPV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2021 116,490 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

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

Fail 13 Dec 2021 116,471 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Both Front To Rear Pipes Are corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 107,572 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 102,667 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2018 97,147 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 92,205 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 85,807 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 86,621 miles

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

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)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 74,183 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2014 74,157 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 70,708 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 64,019 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 57,287 miles

advise both front tyres sidewall damage.

advise front brake discs lipped and worn close to legal limits.

Fail 1 Dec 2011 57,825 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

advise both front tyres sidewall damage.

advise front brake discs lipped and worn close to legal limits.

Pass 12 Jul 2010 50,068 miles

advise both front wiper rubbers splitting

advise hand brake travel high

Pass 22 Jun 2009 44,985 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 41,875 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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FY55 TPV is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FY55 TPV, 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 FY55 TPV registered?

FY55 TPV is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 23 January 2006.

Is FY55 TPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY55 TPV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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