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VK06 RVC

2006 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

143,879 mi
Last recorded143,879 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2018
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK06 RVC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2018 143,879 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 129,255 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear tyre starting to perish

Fail 13 Jul 2017 129,245 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear tyre starting to perish

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 104,058 miles

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

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

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit out of shape (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 May 2015 95,365 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 29 May 2014 86,784 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside rear tyre pressure very low

Pass 17 May 2013 74,386 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 60,789 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 51,795 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 33,345 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 22,477 miles

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 RVC is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 RVC, 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 RVC registered?

VK06 RVC is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 25 April 2006.

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