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YS55 OFB

2006 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

119,406 mi
Last recorded119,406 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2021
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS55 OFB
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2021 119,406 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt gaiter twisted (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Feb 2020 105,969 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 91,920 miles

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front subframe (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front subframe (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

engine oil leak

Pass 10 Feb 2018 77,179 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 61,113 miles

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

Fail 10 Feb 2017 61,113 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 47,465 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 45,738 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 43,398 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2013 40,809 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 38,297 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 35,538 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 32,748 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 28,254 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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YS55 OFB is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YS55 OFB, 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 YS55 OFB registered?

YS55 OFB is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 27 January 2006.

Is YS55 OFB safe to buy?

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