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BJ06 UPL

2006 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 2790cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102,531 mi
Last recorded102,531 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2019
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ06 UPL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,790cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2019 102,531 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 94,304 miles

Central exhaust silencer starting to corrode

Nearside Rear Inner sidewall of tyre, has small split in it

Offside Front Outer driveshaft gaiter weeping grease from securing clip( small end)

Pass 14 Dec 2017 93,407 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 92,124 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 90,342 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 88,108 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 85,992 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 83,700 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 80,714 miles

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 14 Dec 2011 80,714 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Dec 2010 77,885 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2010 77,889 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

rear tyres worn out of shape

Pass 6 Apr 2010 58,267 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)

Fail 6 Apr 2010 58,267 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 34,849 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 UPL is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 UPL, 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 BJ06 UPL registered?

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

Is BJ06 UPL safe to buy?

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