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VK56 CYU

2006 Saab 9-5

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

152,471 mi
Last recorded152,471 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2017
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK56 CYU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2017 152,471 miles

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)

Fail 3 Mar 2017 152,441 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel system component leaking Fuel filter (7.2.3)

Exhaust heat shield insecure

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 144,454 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 130,906 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 20 Feb 2014 117,926 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 98,259 miles

both front tyres worn low

exhaust system rusty in places

nearside rear tyre tread worn uneven

offside rear tyre condition deterioating

Pass 16 Feb 2012 78,809 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 65,298 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 44,721 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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VK56 CYU is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Red 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 VK56 CYU, 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 VK56 CYU registered?

VK56 CYU is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 18 September 2006.

Is VK56 CYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK56 CYU 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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