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KM56 LGV

2006 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

117,303 mi
Last recorded117,303 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM56 LGV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 117,303 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 23 Sep 2025 117,303 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2024 107,000 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2024 106,993 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Sep 2023 93,198 miles

Nearside Front Inner Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2022 91,571 miles

Advise rear exhaust box corroded and outer skin peeling away.

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2021 88,376 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking on outer wall

Nearside Rear tyre cracking on outer wall

Offside Front tyre cracking on outer wall

Offside Rear tyre cracking on outer wall

Rear exhaust box outer skin in poor condition flaking off

Fail 31 Aug 2021 88,376 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front tyre cracking on outer wall

Nearside Rear tyre cracking on outer wall

Offside Front tyre cracking on outer wall

Offside Rear tyre cracking on outer wall

Rear exhaust box outer skin in poor condition flaking off

Pass 26 Aug 2020 84,996 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking on outer wall

Nearside Rear tyre cracking on outer wall

Offside Front tyre cracking on outer wall

Offside Rear tyre cracking on outer wall

Pass 29 Aug 2019 80,304 miles

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 73,244 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 23 Aug 2017 67,273 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 60,852 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN AROUND 3MM

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 1 Sep 2015 56,444 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 50,923 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 45,179 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 38,436 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 33,904 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 26,863 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 19,293 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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KM56 LGV is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 KM56 LGV, 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 KM56 LGV registered?

KM56 LGV is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is KM56 LGV safe to buy?

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