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SL56 KWC

2006 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

131,999 mi
Last recorded131,999 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2018
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL56 KWC
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2018 131,999 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2018 134,412 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 88,512 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2016 88,512 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a) DANGEROUS

Engine oil leak

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

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

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear metal brake pipes at clip connectors (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear metal brakes pipes at clip connectors. (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 80,821 miles

all brake flexi ferules slightly corroded

front & rear brake discs worn

front & rear sub frames corroded

front brake pipes slightly corroded

front to rear brake pipes corroded

nearside rear seat belt stalk outer casing broken

offside power steering pipe slight leak

offside rear brake pipe slightly corroded

Fail 29 Sep 2015 80,820 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

all brake flexi ferules slightly corroded

front & rear brake discs worn

front & rear sub frames corroded

front brake pipes slightly corroded

front to rear brake pipes corroded

nail in offside rear tyre

nearside rear seat belt stalk outer casing broken

offside power steering pipe slight leak

offside rear brake pipe slightly corroded

Pass 12 Sep 2014 71,299 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

handbrake return springs missing

Fail 12 Sep 2014 71,299 miles

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

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

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)

handbrake return springs missing

Pass 2 Oct 2013 51,869 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2013 51,869 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Oct 2012 38,064 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 34,505 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 27,501 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 21,824 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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SL56 KWC is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 SL56 KWC, 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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SL56 KWC is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 29 September 2006.

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