CarVerify

Free Car Check

AK06 YAG

2006 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 2000cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

143,147 mi
Last recorded143,147 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2024
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Saab
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK06 YAG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2024 143,147 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Oct 2024 143,046 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2023 132,130 miles

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

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

Fail 25 May 2023 132,046 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn radius arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2022 119,834 miles

Nearside Front coil spring not located in correct position lower mount wrong spring or upside down

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 31 May 2022 119,235 miles

Front Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front coil spring not located in correct position lower mount wrong spring or upside down

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 May 2021 111,705 miles

Front engine ticking noise - more prominent from underside of vehicle. unable to identify source of noise during test

Nearside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall perished 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm outer tread and worn on outer edge 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall perished 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall perished 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm outer tread and worn on outer edge 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 May 2019 107,140 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel needs attention (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 15 May 2019 107,055 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel needs attention (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2017 102,690 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 101,634 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 96,865 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 90,858 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 84,690 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 76,264 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 67,038 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 49,398 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 26,243 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 22,463 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 22,463 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 May 2009 21,761 miles

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

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

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
Full Saab 9-3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AK06 YAG is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 AK06 YAG, 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 AK06 YAG?

You can check the full history of AK06 YAG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AK06 YAG registered?

AK06 YAG is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 15 June 2006.

Is AK06 YAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK06 YAG shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AK06 YAG have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AK06 YAG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.