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SB55 WHL

2006 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

191,013 mi
Last recorded191,013 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB55 WHL
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 191,013 miles

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all at rear of vehicle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security various areas (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 181,285 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 173,108 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 164,203 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 155,280 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 148,438 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 138,335 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 128,503 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 116,913 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 105,089 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 93,910 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 84,144 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 84,144 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 75,222 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 75,222 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 67,266 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 58,741 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 50,170 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 41,493 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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SB55 WHL is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 SB55 WHL, 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 SB55 WHL registered?

SB55 WHL is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 28 January 2006.

Is SB55 WHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB55 WHL shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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