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LA56 GXS

2006 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

16,893 mi
Last recorded16,893 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2010
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA56 GXS
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2010 16,893 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2010 16,893 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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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LA56 GXS is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 LA56 GXS, 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 LA56 GXS?

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What year was LA56 GXS registered?

LA56 GXS is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 19 December 2006.

Is LA56 GXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA56 GXS shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LA56 GXS have outstanding finance?

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