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SL06 KFX

2006 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,104 mi
Last recorded117,104 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2014
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL06 KFX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2014 117,104 miles

n/s/f mirror backing missing

n/s/f tyre worn on both edges and is on 1.6mm

n/s/r tyre starting to wear unevenly on inner edge

o/s/f tyre worn on both edges and is on 2mm

o/s/r tyre unevenly worn and is on 2mm

Fail 29 Jan 2014 117,104 miles

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

n/s/f mirror backing missing

n/s/f tyre worn on both edges and is on 1.6mm

n/s/r tyre starting to wear unevenly on inner edge

o/s/f tyre worn on both edges and is on 2mm

o/s/r tyre unevenly worn and is on 2mm

Pass 15 Jan 2013 98,514 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2013 98,514 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 79,095 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 75,963 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2010 68,194 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 51,086 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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SL06 KFX is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SL06 KFX, 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 SL06 KFX registered?

SL06 KFX is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 27 April 2006.

Is SL06 KFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL06 KFX shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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