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BG06 XRK

2006 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

215,784 mi
Last recorded215,784 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2021
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG06 XRK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2021 215,784 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 211,549 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 140,350 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 197,175 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

registration plate faded but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2017 191,061 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2016 184,104 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 May 2015 177,452 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 171,988 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 171,988 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 May 2013 160,829 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 148,973 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 May 2011 141,720 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 132,476 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 103,480 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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BG06 XRK is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BG06 XRK, 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 BG06 XRK registered?

BG06 XRK is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 14 June 2006.

Is BG06 XRK safe to buy?

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