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KN56 NPV

2006 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2025
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

124,863 mi
Last recorded124,863 miles
Recorded on17 May 2024
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN56 NPV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 May 2024 124,863 miles
Fail 13 May 2024 124,808 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front wiper Blade insecure

Pass 14 May 2023 113,601 miles

All underbody and components corroded

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

Oil leak

Fail 14 May 2023 113,601 miles

All underbody and components corroded

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

Oil leak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 113,130 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 12 Dec 2019 113,130 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2018 109,657 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2017 104,251 miles

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 23 Nov 2017 104,251 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 100,168 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 2 Dec 2016 100,168 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 16 Nov 2015 94,083 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted

Fail 16 Nov 2015 94,083 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted

Headlamp levelling device inoperative Both (1.7.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 86,544 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Nov 2013 79,503 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Nov 2012 68,006 miles

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

Uneven tyre wear on offside rear tyre.

Pass 15 Nov 2011 56,925 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 45,348 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2009 35,431 miles

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

stone chips in windscreen

vehicle fitted with plastic sill covers and under trays

Pass 19 Nov 2009 35,431 miles

stone chips in windscreen

vehicle fitted with plastic sill covers and under trays

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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KN56 NPV is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 KN56 NPV, 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 KN56 NPV registered?

KN56 NPV is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 5 October 2006.

Is KN56 NPV safe to buy?

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