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AF06 XAY

2006 Saab 9-3

White Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

121,624 mi
Last recorded121,624 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2017
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF06 XAY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2017 121,624 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2016 115,509 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 111,087 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 108,038 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 103,052 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 98,569 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2010 93,113 miles

cant see inner brake pads

Pass 23 Nov 2009 86,375 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 79,349 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 79,348 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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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AF06 XAY is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in White with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AF06 XAY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF06 XAY registered?

AF06 XAY is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 26 April 2006.

Is AF06 XAY safe to buy?

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