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VK56 VWS

2006 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

88,324 mi
Last recorded88,324 miles
Recorded on7 May 2019
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK56 VWS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2019 88,324 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 84,605 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

vehicle fitted with under body trays and sill covers obscuring underside from inspection

Pass 28 Sep 2017 78,193 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2017 78,192 miles

Rear Fuel system component leaking fuel filter (7.2.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 72,619 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2016 72,619 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 65,379 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 59,362 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 51,487 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 44,034 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 39,144 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 32,435 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 7 Sep 2009 26,777 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 VWS is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Blue 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 VK56 VWS, 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 VWS registered?

VK56 VWS is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is VK56 VWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK56 VWS 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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