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LB56 KBZ

2006 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

170,849 mi
Last recorded170,849 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2018
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB56 KBZ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 21 Nov 2018 170,849 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire filter area (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine management warning lamp illuminated

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 161,485 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door sill (5.2.6)

Rear exhaust corroded

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both dip head lamp beam outputs are reduced

rear subframe mounting washers corroded

Fail 15 Nov 2017 161,477 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Rear Fuel system component leaking tank/filter area (7.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door sill (5.2.6)

Rear exhaust corroded

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both dip head lamp beam outputs are reduced

rear subframe mounting washers corroded

Pass 22 Nov 2016 151,379 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

engine cover and undertray fitted

plastic outer sill cover fitted

Fail 19 Nov 2016 151,222 miles

Fuel system component leaking filter area (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

engine cover and undertray fitted

plastic outer sill cover fitted

Pass 24 Nov 2015 139,879 miles

Nearside Front wheel rim has a welded repair

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 127,322 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine oil level low when presented top up with new to carry out emissions test safely

Pass 8 Nov 2013 114,753 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 102,618 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2011 88,202 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 72,785 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2009 54,559 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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LB56 KBZ is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel 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 LB56 KBZ, 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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LB56 KBZ is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 10 November 2006.

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