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LC06 GXR

2006 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

162,972 mi
Last recorded162,972 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2018
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC06 GXR
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2018 162,972 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 162,315 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2017 162,315 miles

Headlamp aim too low both side (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 156,067 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 156,067 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 144,688 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 137,497 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Mar 2014 137,497 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Mar 2013 129,895 miles

Engine warning light on

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 129,895 miles

Engine warning light on

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 124,817 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 106,858 miles

rear no plate insecure

Fail 25 Mar 2011 106,858 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

rear no plate insecure

Pass 1 Apr 2010 86,564 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2009 65,765 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Mar 2009 65,765 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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LC06 GXR is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 LC06 GXR, 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 LC06 GXR registered?

LC06 GXR is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is LC06 GXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC06 GXR shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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