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SK56 TSY

2006 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

120,189 mi
Last recorded120,189 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2023
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK56 TSY
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2023 120,189 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All visible brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing approx 4mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing approx 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing approx 4mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing approx 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underbody and components slightly corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2022 116,785 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2022 116,901 miles

Offside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 114,416 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 111,730 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 109,252 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened 2x rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2018 104,637 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 100,177 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 92,439 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 83,534 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 76,040 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 66,674 miles

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

both rear tyre's distorting on inner edge

Pass 25 Sep 2012 55,347 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 45,835 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)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 35,992 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)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 26,885 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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SK56 TSY is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 SK56 TSY, 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 SK56 TSY registered?

SK56 TSY is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is SK56 TSY safe to buy?

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