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RV06 DHD

2006 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

183,989 mi
Last recorded183,989 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2021
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV06 DHD
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2021 183,989 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 177,508 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 169,123 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2019 169,110 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Oct 2018 165,973 miles

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

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

offside front suspension arm slightly corroded

Pass 21 Oct 2017 162,901 miles

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside and offside rear inner wheel arches slightly corroded

Pass 25 Oct 2016 157,958 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (3.5.1i)

nearside rear inner wheel arch corroded

Pass 9 Oct 2015 154,864 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2014 144,067 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 136,654 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 131,955 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 115,747 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 93,638 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 77,994 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 58,290 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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RV06 DHD is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel 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 RV06 DHD, 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.

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What year was RV06 DHD registered?

RV06 DHD is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 3 March 2006.

Is RV06 DHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV06 DHD shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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