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LB06 ZXU

2006 Saab 9-5

Red Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

87,730 mi
Last recorded87,730 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB06 ZXU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 87,730 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 20 Oct 2025 87,730 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2024 75,460 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2022 74,476 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2022 74,476 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 73,091 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2021 73,091 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 71,678 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 70,619 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 69,257 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 67,433 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 67,430 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Not working (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 63,815 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 61,485 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 55,736 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 49,695 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 45,669 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 41,508 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 32,619 miles

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)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

o/s/f lower screen damaged in zone A but not obscuring view of road

Pass 19 Jun 2009 21,756 miles

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)

Fail 19 Jun 2009 21,751 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1) DANGEROUS

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)

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 ZXU is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Red with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LB06 ZXU, 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 LB06 ZXU registered?

LB06 ZXU is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 21 June 2006.

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The MOT history for LB06 ZXU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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