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VA06 PYL

2006 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

110,409 mi
Last recorded110,409 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2021
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA06 PYL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2021 110,409 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 105,239 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 98,448 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 91,639 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 87,751 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2016 82,216 miles

suspect diesel leak under engine cover

Fail 20 Sep 2016 82,216 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

suspect diesel leak under engine cover

Pass 21 Sep 2015 76,466 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 71,351 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 66,562 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2013 66,559 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

engine management lamp illuminated on dash

Pass 25 Sep 2012 60,271 miles

engine man lamp on

rear discs corroded

Pass 21 Jul 2011 52,174 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 45,138 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 34,468 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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VA06 PYL is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 VA06 PYL, 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 VA06 PYL registered?

VA06 PYL is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 16 August 2006.

Is VA06 PYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA06 PYL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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