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VK06 BMY

2006 Saab 9-3

Yellow Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

123,302 mi
Last recorded123,302 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK06 BMY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2020 123,302 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2019 120,422 miles

general under body corrosion

Pass 8 Jun 2017 118,529 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2016 114,111 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 110,077 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 110,077 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 106,552 miles

nearside front tyre inner side wall perishing/cracking not cords or plys exposed at time of test

Pass 31 May 2013 103,387 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 99,094 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 May 2012 99,094 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 86,458 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 64,006 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2009 46,029 miles

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

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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VK06 BMY is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Yellow with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 VK06 BMY, 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 VK06 BMY registered?

VK06 BMY is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 9 March 2006.

Is VK06 BMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK06 BMY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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