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VK06 BPY

2006 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

117,426 mi
Last recorded117,426 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK06 BPY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 117,426 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 114,396 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 5 Feb 2025 114,371 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Has this vehicle had the timing belt replaced?

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output slightly deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 111,547 miles

Has this vehicle had the timing belt replaced?

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge the inner edge is slightly worn/stepped (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Mar 2024 111,353 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure pipe missing (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Has this vehicle had the timing belt replaced?

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge the inner edge is slightly worn/stepped (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 105,086 miles

1X bolt missing/broken off in the front cross member

Has this vehicle had the timing belt replaced?

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge The inner edge is void of tread 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge The inner edge is slightly worn/stepped (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Upper Both rear suspension rose joint dirt covers deteriorated

Pass 8 Mar 2022 98,024 miles

Front 2X bolts missing/broken in the subframe cross brace

Has this vehicle had the timing belt replaced?

Rear Upper Both suspension arm rose joint dirt covers deteriorated

Fail 8 Mar 2022 98,024 miles

Front 2X bolts missing/broken in the subframe cross brace

Has this vehicle had the timing belt replaced?

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Upper Both suspension arm rose joint dirt covers deteriorated

Pass 10 Mar 2021 93,110 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 89,837 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 87,080 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 83,641 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 78,944 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 74,715 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 69,744 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 62,615 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 55,721 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 49,509 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 42,438 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 42,438 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 35,503 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 27,223 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
Full Saab 9-3 reliability report

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VK06 BPY is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BPY, 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 BPY registered?

VK06 BPY is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 17 March 2006.

Is VK06 BPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK06 BPY shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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