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A15 MCT

2006 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

122,763 mi
Last recorded122,763 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2023
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 MCT
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2023 122,763 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Number plate cracked across letter and backing starting to deteriorate (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Door mirror glass cracked (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracks starting on inside of tyre on and in between tread blocks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Number plate backing and letters starting to discolour/deteriorate (0.1 (b))

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play Slight free play in lower steering column universal joint (2.2.2 (c))

Fail 11 Sep 2023 122,759 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Number plate cracked across letter and backing starting to deteriorate (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Door mirror glass cracked (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracks starting on inside of tyre on and in between tread blocks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Number plate backing and letters starting to discolour/deteriorate (0.1 (b))

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play Slight free play in lower steering column universal joint (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 120,344 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 115,498 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Child seat is loose within the seatbelt, recommend readjusting/tightening seatbelt ()

Nearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Subframe mounted bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Door mirror glass cracked, not affecting view to rear (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both front and rear number plates starting to deteriorate (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Jul 2021 115,498 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Child seat is loose within the seatbelt, recommend readjusting/tightening seatbelt ()

Nearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Subframe mounted bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Door mirror glass cracked, not affecting view to rear (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both front and rear number plates starting to deteriorate (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 111,181 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Door mirror glass cracked (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2020 111,181 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Starting to split at ends of rubber blade (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Door mirror glass cracked (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 103,639 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 93,688 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Jun 2018 93,688 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 83,461 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 70,673 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 61,733 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 51,289 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 49,714 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 30,199 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 24,401 miles

both front tyres starting to wear low on tread

offside rear tyre tread and outer side wall perishing

Pass 22 Sep 2010 18,960 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 12,843 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?

Based on 2,294,034 MOT tests across 155,316 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
6,682
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
155,316
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 75,543
coil spring broken 47,423
position lamp(s) not working 38,332
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34,513
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A15 MCT is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2006 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 88,182 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 75,543 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A15 MCT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 20 years old, this Saab 9-3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A15 MCT registered?

A15 MCT is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 September 2006.

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