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SH56 RVF

2006 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

203,222 mi
Last recorded203,222 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2024
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH56 RVF
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2024 203,222 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2024 202,847 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 188,911 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

rear exhaust silencer outer skin heavily corroded

Pass 8 Sep 2022 175,760 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just met the legal requirement (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2021 160,255 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 147,331 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 131,631 miles

both rear upper suspension arm bushes have slight movement but not excessive.

Fail 2 Sep 2019 131,629 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users fuel filter damp. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

both rear upper suspension arm bushes have slight movement but not excessive.

centre exhaust heat shield insecure.

Pass 1 Sep 2018 112,533 miles

Coil spring corroded BOTH FRONTS BADLY CORRODED (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded BOTH REARS (5.3.1 (b) (i))

FACTORY FITTED ENGINE COVER /UNDER TRAY

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread CRACKED (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front WIPER BLADE SMEARING THE SCREEN

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin VERY LOW (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON 3.0 mm-225/45/17-94W XL (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 92,674 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 87,839 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 80,140 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2014 71,319 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 71,318 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 63,753 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 56,871 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 49,713 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 42,301 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 38,276 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
Full Saab 9-5 reliability report

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SH56 RVF is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 SH56 RVF, 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 SH56 RVF registered?

SH56 RVF is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is SH56 RVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH56 RVF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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