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LD56 VZJ

2006 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

176,931 mi
Last recorded176,931 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2020
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD56 VZJ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2020 176,931 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 163,301 miles

slight exhaust corroeded at rear box

Fail 3 Aug 2019 165,301 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 160,617 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 153,906 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush outer (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush outer (2.4.G.2)

both front brake discs slightly worn/corroded

Pass 29 Jul 2016 143,905 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush outer (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush outer (2.4.G.2)

Fail 31 Jul 2015 129,472 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 129,472 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 116,280 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 104,375 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 104,375 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 80,669 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 56,993 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)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 38,830 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 37,839 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 37,839 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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LD56 VZJ is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 LD56 VZJ, 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 LD56 VZJ registered?

LD56 VZJ is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is LD56 VZJ safe to buy?

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