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BJ06 UKG

2006 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

147,436 mi
Last recorded147,436 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2023
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ06 UKG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2023 147,436 miles

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing nearside and offside corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit, also worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing nearside and offside corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing nearside and offside corroded (5.3.2 (b))

unable to fully inspect due to covers shields

Fail 18 Feb 2023 146,982 miles

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing nearside and offside corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit, also worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing nearside and offside corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing nearside and offside corroded (5.3.2 (b))

unable to fully inspect due to covers shields

Pass 3 Mar 2022 138,124 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

offside rear brake caliper spring missing

rear subframe rusty

Fail 2 Mar 2022 138,124 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt link rod (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

offside rear brake caliper spring missing

rear subframe rusty

Pass 9 Mar 2021 125,626 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 121,667 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 114,862 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 106,524 miles

Nearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 96,885 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 87,275 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 78,285 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 69,856 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 63,010 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 63,010 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 60,221 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 52,005 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 41,013 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 30,558 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 20,962 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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BJ06 UKG is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BJ06 UKG, 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 BJ06 UKG registered?

BJ06 UKG is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2006.

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