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LG56 BBU

2006 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

72,154 mi
Last recorded72,154 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2018
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG56 BBU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2018 72,154 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Oil leak ()

engine cover and under trays fitted

Fail 10 Jan 2018 72,154 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Oil leak ()

engine cover and under trays fitted

Fail 20 Dec 2017 71,840 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

engine cover and under trays fitted

oil leak

Pass 16 Dec 2016 64,730 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

engine management light stays on

Pass 30 Dec 2015 62,312 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on border line (3.5.1g)

both fronts close to limit

near side rear perishing

oil leak

Fail 10 Jan 2015 49,463 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

hi level brake light not working

Pass 10 Jan 2015 49,463 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

hi level brake light not working

Pass 13 Jan 2014 42,976 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 41,475 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Nov 2012 41,475 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 37,081 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 30,720 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 26,623 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 BBU is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,990cc petrol 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 LG56 BBU, 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

How do I check the history of LG56 BBU?

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What year was LG56 BBU registered?

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

Is LG56 BBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG56 BBU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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