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BG06 XSC

2006 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

74,024 mi
Last recorded74,024 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2019
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG06 XSC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2019 74,024 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 71,299 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 69,882 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 68,537 miles

exhaust showing corrosion

Pass 25 Mar 2015 66,507 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 62,233 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 13 Mar 2014 62,233 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Mar 2013 51,734 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 46,389 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 40,287 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 36,621 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 26,237 miles

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

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

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 XSC is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BG06 XSC, 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 BG06 XSC registered?

BG06 XSC is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 June 2006.

Is BG06 XSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG06 XSC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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