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VE55 SPU

2006 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

70,916 mi
Last recorded70,916 miles
Recorded on28 May 2015
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE55 SPU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2015 70,916 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 May 2014 62,085 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 52,162 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise some spliting to both front tyre,s inner wall,s

Fail 24 May 2013 52,162 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise some spliting to both front tyre,s inner wall,s

Pass 25 May 2012 45,100 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 38,771 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 38,751 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 1 Jun 2010 33,881 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 7,600 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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VE55 SPU is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SPU, 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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What year was VE55 SPU registered?

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

Is VE55 SPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE55 SPU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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