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LA06 VLG

2006 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2021
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

144,346 mi
Last recorded144,346 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2020
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA06 VLG
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2020 144,346 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Offside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 4 Nov 2020 144,346 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Offside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2019 135,063 miles

Front Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Pass 4 May 2018 117,078 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Fail 1 May 2018 117,074 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Rear Lower Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Oil leak leaking on exhaust ()

Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Pass 7 May 2017 102,106 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Jun 2016 96,459 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2016 96,459 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 87,290 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 76,946 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 20 Jun 2014 76,944 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 66,050 miles

Sill covers fitted

Pass 12 Jul 2012 58,292 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 11 Jul 2012 58,292 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 48,460 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 48,460 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 40,164 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 30,698 miles

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

travel in hand brake

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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LA06 VLG is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 LA06 VLG, 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 LA06 VLG registered?

LA06 VLG is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 14 July 2006.

Is LA06 VLG safe to buy?

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