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VF55 LNU

2006 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

139,671 mi
Last recorded139,671 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2017
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF55 LNU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 11 Apr 2017 139,671 miles

ENGINE COVER & UNDER TRAY FITTED

EXHAUST & REAR BOX HAS EXCESS CORROSION

OIL LEAK

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened CORRODED (3.5.1i)

Rear coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (2.4.C.1b)

WIPERS WORN

Pass 9 Apr 2016 128,381 miles

ENGINE COVER & UNDER TRAY FITTED

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 116,949 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

WIPERS WORN .

Pass 5 Apr 2014 108,958 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE WORN UNEVEN .

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Apr 2013 102,921 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 90,948 miles

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

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

headlamp washers not working.

o/s of front bumper adrift.

o/s/f running light not working.

Pass 23 Feb 2011 75,876 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 68,356 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 58,626 miles

1.both rear tyres worn just on limit

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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VF55 LNU 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 100%.

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 VF55 LNU, 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 VF55 LNU registered?

VF55 LNU is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 19 January 2006.

Is VF55 LNU safe to buy?

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