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AK56 DHU

2006 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

186,687 mi
Last recorded186,687 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2020
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 DHU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2020 186,687 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 178,960 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 166,310 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 154,550 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2017 154,546 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2016 146,497 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 139,014 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 130,840 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 130,840 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 118,267 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 111,262 miles

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

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

Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 90,883 miles

Both rear tyres cracked and deteriorated

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2010 74,120 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 54,129 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 50,688 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 DHU is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 DHU, 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 AK56 DHU registered?

AK56 DHU is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 14 September 2006.

Is AK56 DHU safe to buy?

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