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RX56 WXV

2006 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

129,896 mi
Last recorded129,896 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2015
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX56 WXV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2015 129,896 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside rear tyre wearing uneven on inner edge

Fail 28 Aug 2015 129,896 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside rear tyre wearing uneven on inner edge

Pass 2 Sep 2014 121,596 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2014 121,480 miles

Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 113,574 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 113,574 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Front Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jan 2012 98,805 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 78,413 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)

long hand brake travel

rear discs poor condition

Pass 2 Sep 2009 63,814 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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RX56 WXV is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RX56 WXV, 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 RX56 WXV registered?

RX56 WXV is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 October 2006.

Is RX56 WXV safe to buy?

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