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LG56 AYF

2006 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

109,888 mi
Last recorded109,888 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 109,888 miles

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

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2026 109,888 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2025 109,058 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jan 2025 109,058 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 107,707 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 106,667 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 104,664 miles

Corrosion in various locations on the underside of vehicle.

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 103,471 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 102,818 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jan 2020 102,818 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 99,847 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2018 99,847 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2017 95,780 miles

windscreen washer fluid contaminated (bad smell)

Fail 4 Mar 2017 95,747 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

windscreen washer fluid contaminated (bad smell)

Pass 30 Jan 2016 86,037 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 86,025 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 7 Feb 2015 76,885 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2015 76,885 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2014 67,503 miles

O/S/F TYRE IS WORN ON THE INNER AND OUTER EDGES

Pass 4 Feb 2013 58,304 miles

front discs are lipped

n/s/f tyre is worn on the inner and outer edges and close to legal limit

Pass 16 Feb 2012 53,024 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 50,889 miles

Advise:slight engine oil leak

Pass 9 Aug 2010 38,510 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2010 38,509 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 29,200 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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LG56 AYF is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 LG56 AYF, 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 AYF registered?

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

Is LG56 AYF safe to buy?

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