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VK06 DXC

2006 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

129,830 mi
Last recorded129,830 miles
Recorded on15 May 2017
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK06 DXC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2017 129,830 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)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 123,266 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2016 123,266 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 106,260 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 96,042 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 96,042 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 85,779 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 77,318 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 66,409 miles

front brake discs worn

front brake pads low

n/s/f anti-roll bar link worn

rear brake pads low

Pass 26 Apr 2010 56,380 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 44,759 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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VK06 DXC is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 DXC, 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 DXC registered?

VK06 DXC is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 March 2006.

Is VK06 DXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK06 DXC shows 11 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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