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LB06 ZXK

2006 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

136,595 mi
Last recorded136,595 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2018
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB06 ZXK
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2018 136,595 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2016 114,072 miles

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 15 Aug 2016 114,072 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

eml on

engine oil level low

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 25 Aug 2015 97,694 miles

headlamp level warning light on

o/s/r light lens damaged

oil leak from sump

corrosion to rear inner wheel archs

Fail 24 Aug 2015 97,694 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

corrosion to rear inner wheel archs

headlamp level warning light on

o/s/r light lens damaged

oil leak from sump

Pass 27 Aug 2014 85,986 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 74,708 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 74,708 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 68,080 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 58,645 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 49,166 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 35,210 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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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LB06 ZXK is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LB06 ZXK, 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 LB06 ZXK registered?

LB06 ZXK is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 12 June 2006.

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