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BK06 YTL

2006 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

164,448 mi
Last recorded164,448 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2014
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK06 YTL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2014 164,448 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2014 164,303 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 149,114 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 129,857 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2012 129,857 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Nov 2011 121,256 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

front & rear brake discs wearing

Fail 24 Nov 2011 121,155 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

front & rear brake discs wearing

Pass 2 Feb 2011 103,563 miles

small cuts to offside front tyre side wall

Pass 8 Jan 2010 93,486 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 89,651 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 85,791 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

chip zone b @5mm

dent in bonnet

fr plate slightly distorted

oil on minimum

rear discs scored

rear tyres uneven wear

slight play in os rack

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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BK06 YTL is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 BK06 YTL, 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 BK06 YTL registered?

BK06 YTL is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 6 April 2006.

Is BK06 YTL safe to buy?

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