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VE55 SFV

2006 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

103,682 mi
Last recorded103,682 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2019
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE55 SFV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2019 103,682 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2018 97,599 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2017 92,169 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Nov 2017 92,169 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 86,205 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 18 Nov 2016 86,203 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Nov 2015 79,885 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 70,344 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2013 62,318 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 48,559 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 39,507 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 34,740 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 26,199 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2009 26,195 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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VE55 SFV 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 78.6%.

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 VE55 SFV, 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 VE55 SFV registered?

VE55 SFV is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 12 January 2006.

Is VE55 SFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE55 SFV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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