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BD06 BXC

2006 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

67,236 mi
Last recorded67,236 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2015
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD06 BXC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2015 67,236 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2015 64,906 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2014 60,009 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 54,420 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 48,211 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Aug 2012 48,211 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2011 40,096 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 21 Aug 2010 33,242 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2010 33,242 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 25,121 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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BD06 BXC is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 BD06 BXC, 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 BD06 BXC registered?

BD06 BXC is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 19 June 2006.

Is BD06 BXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD06 BXC shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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