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KS56 YSY

2006 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

155,925 mi
Last recorded155,925 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2019
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS56 YSY
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2019 155,925 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2019 155,925 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 155,072 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)

Oil leak ()

UNABLE TO INSPECT ALL REAR SEAT BELTS DUE TO ITEMS ECT IN REAR OF VEHICLE.

Fail 1 Jun 2017 155,070 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)

Oil leak ()

UNABLE TO INSPECT ALL REAR SEAT BELTS DUE TO ITEMS ECT IN REAR OF VEHICLE.

Pass 25 May 2016 150,096 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 136,145 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 129,791 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 119,475 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 105,189 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 103,444 miles

engine management light on

front brake discs corroded

rear brake discs corroded

rear brake pads near limit

Pass 14 Apr 2011 98,738 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

discs corroded

manage ment light staying on

rear discs wearing in thin

unable to inspect underside the vechicle due to covers covering components

Pass 19 Dec 2009 74,017 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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KS56 YSY is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,985cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KS56 YSY, 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.

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What year was KS56 YSY registered?

KS56 YSY is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 20 December 2006.

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