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GU06 EOP

2006 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

122,126 mi
Last recorded122,126 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU06 EOP
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 122,126 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 119,373 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 116,225 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 108,171 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 102,466 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 94,371 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 29 May 2020 91,310 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning High level (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2019 86,644 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn out of shape on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn out of shape on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil cooler mount damaged - pipe loose behind bumper

Fail 4 Jun 2019 86,644 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn out of shape on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn out of shape on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil cooler mount damaged - pipe loose behind bumper

Pass 18 Jun 2018 80,117 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 70,534 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 70,465 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Outer sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre outer sidewall cut not showing cords

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

Pass 21 Jun 2016 63,815 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 55,679 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 49,786 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2013 41,679 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 32,986 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 32,986 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 27,195 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 15,126 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 13,979 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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GU06 EOP is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 GU06 EOP, 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 GU06 EOP registered?

GU06 EOP is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 18 July 2006.

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