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LA06 NVF

2006 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

156,984 mi
Last recorded156,984 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA06 NVF
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 156,984 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 149,675 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 142,987 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2023 142,978 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 135,330 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 127,879 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 121,292 miles

All exhaust rubbers splitting/perished...

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm, outer bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule at caliper... (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm, outer bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Dec 2019 113,556 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 104,738 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

rear exhaust silencer rubber mountings have started to become perished.

Fail 3 Dec 2018 104,738 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

rear exhaust silencer rubber mountings have started to become perished.

Pass 23 Nov 2017 96,611 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 88,327 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 5 Dec 2016 88,327 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 79,267 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 74,806 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 69,025 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 63,348 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 57,307 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 53,985 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 47,984 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 47,984 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 45,172 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
Full Saab 9-5 reliability report

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LA06 NVF is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LA06 NVF, 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 LA06 NVF registered?

LA06 NVF is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 20 July 2006.

Is LA06 NVF safe to buy?

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