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AK56 CVS

2006 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

168,298 mi
Last recorded168,298 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2020
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 CVS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2020 168,298 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play outer central ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 165,360 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2017 161,114 miles

Offside Front tyre damaged on sidewall

Rear tyres cracking in tread

Pass 27 Sep 2016 154,746 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 151,690 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 149,665 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2014 149,619 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2013 139,654 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2012 123,491 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2012 123,491 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 112,777 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 107,242 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 94,923 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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AK56 CVS is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AK56 CVS, 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 AK56 CVS registered?

AK56 CVS is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 6 October 2006.

Is AK56 CVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK56 CVS shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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