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2006 SAAB 9-52.3L PETROL

DB55 AAB

Vehicle Insight Summary

With 137,499 miles recorded, this SILVER 2006 SAAB 9-5 runs on PETROL with a 2290cc engine. MOT is not on record and tax is unpaid.

MOT
Expired
Expires 31/08/2022
Tax
SORN
Statutory Off Road Notification
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Fuel
PETROL
Year
2006
Engine
2290cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent inspection in September 2021. The maintenance trend appears stable over the last several years, as the car has achieved consecutive passes without recorded defects or major advisories. While there were failures noted in 2018 and 2021, these were clearly addressed and rectified to allow the vehicle to meet minimum safety standards. The mileage pattern is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,875 miles per year. However, there is a significant gap in the recorded data between November 2019 and September 2021, during which the car covered only 290 miles over two years. This suggests the vehicle may have been stationary for long periods or used very own, which can sometimes lead to degradation of rubber components, seals, and fluid-related systems despite the low odometer reading. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension components and braking system, as these are common areas of wear on older Saabs that may suffer from low usage. Given the history of long periods of standing, it is also vital to check for structural rust, seized artwork calipers, and perished rubber hoses. Since the MOT history is relatively sparse in recent years, a comprehensive mechanical check is necessary to ensure that the engine and drivetrain have not deteriorated during the periods of inactivity.

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Vehicle Public Record vs. Hidden Financial Risk

45
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA MOT History: Verified

Public MOT roadworthiness: Below Average.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (50%)
! Older vehicle
Hidden Legal & Financial Status: PENDING

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Finance
Locked
Write-off
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Salvage
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Imported
Locked
Exported
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Scrapped
Locked
Destruction
Locked
V5C Logbook
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 22 Jun 2026, 17:12
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent inspection in September 2021. The maintenance trend appears stable over the last several years, as the car has achieved consecutive passes without recorded defects or major advisories. While there were failures noted in 2018 and 2021, these were clearly addressed and rectified to allow the vehicle to meet minimum safety standards. The mileage pattern is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,875 miles per year. However, there is a significant gap in the recorded data between November 2019 and September 2021, during which the car covered only 290 miles over two years. This suggests the vehicle may have been stationary for long periods or used very own, which can sometimes lead to degradation of rubber components, seals, and fluid-related systems despite the low odometer reading. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension components and braking system, as these are common areas of wear on older Saabs that may suffer from low usage. Given the history of long periods of standing, it is also vital to check for structural rust, seized artwork calipers, and perished rubber hoses. Since the MOT history is relatively sparse in recent years, a comprehensive mechanical check is necessary to ensure that the engine and drivetrain have not deteriorated during the periods of inactivity.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 2006 Saab 9-5 (DB55 AAB), we found 2 MOT results in the period of September 2021 to September 2021.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 50% pass rate, with 1 pass and 1 failure recorded. The failure history is significant; we recommend a thorough mechanical inspection before purchase.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Brakes (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 8 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

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ADVISORY