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AF06 XBN

2006 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

125,875 mi
Last recorded125,875 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2018
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF06 XBN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2018 125,875 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 121,761 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 115,919 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 6 Jan 2015 110,195 miles

Centre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 110,195 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2014 103,803 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 103,803 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 98,163 miles

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

Fail 27 Jan 2012 92,949 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 92,949 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 88,143 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 88,143 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Jan 2010 83,134 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 29 Jan 2009 77,078 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

engine light on

front and rear discs rusted

Pass 29 Jan 2009 77,078 miles

engine light on

front and rear discs rusted

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 XBN is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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

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 XBN, 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

How do I check the history of AF06 XBN?

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What year was AF06 XBN registered?

AF06 XBN is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 5 April 2006.

Is AF06 XBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF06 XBN shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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