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YX56 LXP

2006 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

168,594 mi
Last recorded168,594 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-588,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX56 LXP
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2021 168,594 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2021 168,594 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 156,986 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2020 156,972 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2019 143,379 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 17 Jan 2019 143,349 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

both front coil springs corroded

nail in n/s/r tyre

o/s/f tyre worn on inner shoulder

o/s/r tyre wearing on shoulders

small split in intercooler hose opposite battery

Pass 5 Jan 2018 125,053 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 116,768 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 110,684 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)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 103,507 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 95,649 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2013 85,559 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2013 85,559 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 21 Jan 2012 76,325 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 53,296 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 34,253 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2010 34,253 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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YX56 LXP is a 2006 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YX56 LXP, 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 YX56 LXP registered?

YX56 LXP is a 2006 Saab 9-5, first registered on 13 December 2006.

Is YX56 LXP safe to buy?

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