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LG56 AWW

2006 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

80,007 mi
Last recorded80,007 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG56 AWW
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 80,007 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 74,748 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 28 May 2021 71,905 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Dec 2019 69,367 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened New Pads Fitted To Old Discs, (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Nov 2019 69,320 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2018 65,411 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 60,770 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2016 56,648 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 50,327 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 44,672 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 39,017 miles

All 4 tyres are worn low

Pass 18 Sep 2012 36,335 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 33,007 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 26,135 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 23,553 miles

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

Handbrake has limiter reserve travel

Nearside Front 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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LG56 AWW is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LG56 AWW, 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 LG56 AWW registered?

LG56 AWW is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is LG56 AWW safe to buy?

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