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LA56 GYC

2006 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

138,835 mi
Last recorded138,835 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA56 GYC
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 138,835 miles

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

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

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front subframe rear bushes showing minor movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Rear Exhaust mounting defective back box rubber hanger heavily cracking. but fully supported. (6.1.2 (a))

Under carriage is covered in mud

Pass 13 Mar 2025 132,128 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2025 132,076 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 121,297 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush of 'front to rear' arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 116,021 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2021 114,647 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Engine cover, Under tray & Sill covers fitted at time of test

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2019 114,647 miles

Engine cover, under tray, sill covers fitted at time of test

Pass 13 Dec 2018 114,457 miles

engine cover, sill covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Dec 2017 112,957 miles

engine cover, sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 15 Dec 2016 111,559 miles

engine cover, sill covers and under trays fitted

Fail 13 Dec 2016 111,555 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement leading (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement leading (2.4.G.2)

engine cover, sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 13 Jan 2016 104,636 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 97,399 miles

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

engine management light 'on'

Pass 29 Nov 2013 83,956 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 72,805 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Nov 2011 68,792 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 46,503 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 15 Dec 2009 33,969 miles

both rear tyrtes wearing uneven

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 GYC is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,985cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LA56 GYC, 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 LA56 GYC registered?

LA56 GYC is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 21 December 2006.

Is LA56 GYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA56 GYC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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