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LA55 LEF

2006 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

176,808 mi
Last recorded176,808 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2018
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA55 LEF
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2018 176,808 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2018 176,808 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2017 164,597 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 152,943 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 140,105 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 129,859 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 120,266 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 114,464 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 109,187 miles

Chip within zone'A' falling outside drivers field of vision

Rear centre seatbelt latch has cover missing, not affecting function

Fail 12 Aug 2011 109,178 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Chip within zone'A' falling outside drivers field of vision

Rear centre seatbelt latch has cover missing, not affecting function

Pass 20 Jun 2011 107,086 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 20 Jun 2011 107,086 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 83,609 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2009 72,573 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 72,573 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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LA55 LEF is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 LA55 LEF, 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

How do I check the history of LA55 LEF?

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What year was LA55 LEF registered?

LA55 LEF is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 15 February 2006.

Is LA55 LEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA55 LEF shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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