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VE06 HYP

2006 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

145,312 mi
Last recorded145,312 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2023
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE06 HYP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2023 145,312 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 142,493 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 140,739 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2021 140,739 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 138,259 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 133,284 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 125,661 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 116,805 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 109,003 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 100,464 miles

rear light len cracked

Pass 3 Jun 2014 91,348 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 78,721 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 78,721 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2012 68,903 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 57,794 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 21 Jun 2010 46,958 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 35,479 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2009 35,479 miles

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

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

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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VE06 HYP is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VE06 HYP, 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 VE06 HYP registered?

VE06 HYP is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 20 June 2006.

Is VE06 HYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE06 HYP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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