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VK56 DAU

2006 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

91,067 mi
Last recorded91,067 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK56 DAU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2017 91,067 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 60,013 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 49,753 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2009 37,721 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 37,721 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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VK56 DAU is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VK56 DAU, 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 VK56 DAU registered?

VK56 DAU is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is VK56 DAU safe to buy?

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