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KR56 XZZ

2006 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

145,910 mi
Last recorded145,910 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2023
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR56 XZZ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Apr 2023 145,910 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate limit 0.50m-1, actual readings 1.29m-1 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

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

Corrosion to subframes, suspension arms, brake hose ferrules, exhaust

Engine management warning lamp illuminated

Pass 8 Apr 2022 140,300 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both rear shock casing corroded

Pass 2 Aug 2021 128,906 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 123,489 miles

BOTTOM ENGINE COVER FITTED OBSCURING SOME UNDERSIDE COMPONENTS

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing BOTH SIDES (CORRODED) (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 118,045 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy borderline pass (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 106,134 miles

Inspected in wet conditions.

Pass 9 Sep 2016 89,153 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 79,781 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 73,619 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 65,776 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 58,460 miles

No noise on operating indicators

Rear lower arm bushes split/worn

Fail 18 Jul 2011 52,159 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2011 52,159 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 42,640 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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KR56 XZZ is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 KR56 XZZ, 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 KR56 XZZ registered?

KR56 XZZ is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 28 November 2006.

Is KR56 XZZ safe to buy?

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