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LD56 VZN

2006 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

120,922 mi
Last recorded120,922 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2018
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD56 VZN
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2018 120,922 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box heavily corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Sep 2018 120,922 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box heavily corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 108,945 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 106,010 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust corroded / deteriorated (7.1.2)

Oil leak ()

Fail 2 Dec 2016 106,001 miles

Brake cable locking device missing n/s and o/s park brake cable retaining springs missing (3.5.1l)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust corroded / deteriorated (7.1.2)

Oil leak ()

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 17 Dec 2015 102,980 miles

heavy surface rust on rear exhaust silencer

Fail 17 Dec 2015 102,974 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

heavy surface rust on rear exhaust silencer

Pass 8 Dec 2014 93,855 miles

heavy surface rust on rear exhaust silencer

Pass 27 Dec 2013 87,911 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

heavy surface rust on rear exhaust silencer

plastic covering both outer sill panels

Pass 20 Dec 2012 72,654 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 55,778 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 52,146 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)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 49,121 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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LD56 VZN is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LD56 VZN, 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 VZN registered?

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

Is LD56 VZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD56 VZN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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