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LC56 PVD

2006 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

163,858 mi
Last recorded163,858 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC56 PVD
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 163,858 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2017 163,858 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2016 154,022 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2015 137,038 miles

Nearside front tyre valve slightly damaged

Fail 23 Mar 2015 137,033 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

n/s/f tyre valve perished

Pass 6 Mar 2014 126,270 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

o/s/f tyre worn slightly on inner edge

Pass 25 Mar 2013 115,942 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2013 115,361 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 112,162 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 96,013 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 96,013 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 77,530 miles

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

all discs slightly scored

Pass 8 Sep 2009 58,746 miles

light sratch across screen n/s (not affecting vision ) (

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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LC56 PVD is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 LC56 PVD, 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 LC56 PVD registered?

LC56 PVD is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is LC56 PVD safe to buy?

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