2006 Saab 9-5 2.3L Petrol · HV56 AKZ

The 2024‑11‑28 MOT, carried out at 178,073 miles, recorded a pass with no defects, confirming that the SAAB 9‑5 presently satisfies the DVSA roadworthiness criteria and that the maintenance record shows a stable trend rather than a worsening pattern. Mileage has risen from 51,103 miles in September 2011 to 178,073 miles by late 2024, an increase of roughly 127,000 miles over 13 years, or about 9,800 miles per year — higher than the typical 8,900 mi/yr for a 20‑year‑old vehicle. The most rapid accumulations occurred between 2022‑2023 (11,449 mi) and 2023‑2024 (14,239 mi), suggesting intensified usage in recent years, while earlier years show more modest annual increments. Recurring issues flagged in the history include slight play in the rear trailing‑arm bushes and wheel bearings (2012, 2020), a brake hydraulic reservoir sitting close to the minimum mark (2022), repeated tyre wear near the legal limit (2022, 2023), and a parking brake lever with limited reserve travel (2011, 2024). The most recent failure for an off‑side rear tyre not fitted to side‑wall specifications indicates that tyre mounting and condition should be verified. A buyer should therefore inspect the suspension bushes and trailing arms for excessive movement, test the rear wheel bearings for play, examine brake discs, calipers and the hydraulic reservoir for wear or leakage, confirm tyre tread depth and correct fitting, and check the parking brake lever travel. Visual inspection for structural rust or corrosion on the chassis and wheel components is also advisable.