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BK56 MXS

2006 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Dec 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

116,889 mi
Last recorded116,889 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK56 MXS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 116,889 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

general under vehicle surface corrosion

Fail 28 Nov 2025 116,889 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

general under vehicle surface corrosion

Pass 16 Dec 2024 114,220 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2024 114,219 miles

Fuel system component leaking FILTER (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective X 2 (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 111,482 miles

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Headlamp lens slightly defective X 2 (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 19 Dec 2023 111,482 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

EXHAUST HEAT SHIELDS INSECURE

Headlamp lens slightly defective X 2 (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2022 106,573 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 101,066 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Dec 2021 101,064 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 93,336 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 87,015 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 87,015 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jan 2018 82,758 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 80,531 miles

Sill covers fitted - Unable to check all prescribed areas

Pass 14 Dec 2015 77,987 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 72,157 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 67,373 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2012 58,062 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 58,062 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2011 46,017 miles

Sill covers fitted, unable to check all prescribed areas

Fail 5 Oct 2011 46,017 miles

Offside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Sill covers fitted, unable to check all prescribed areas

Pass 19 Oct 2010 33,700 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 25,020 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on edges

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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BK56 MXS is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 BK56 MXS, 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 BK56 MXS registered?

BK56 MXS is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is BK56 MXS safe to buy?

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