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BN06 VFB

2006 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

110,662 mi
Last recorded110,662 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2016
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN06 VFB
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2016 110,662 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2016 110,654 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2015 102,040 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 102,040 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2014 90,148 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 78,337 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 65,690 miles

osf wiper poor advice replacing

Pass 2 Apr 2011 54,561 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 42,410 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 31,568 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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BN06 VFB is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 BN06 VFB, 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 BN06 VFB registered?

BN06 VFB is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 23 March 2006.

Is BN06 VFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN06 VFB shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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