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VN56 HPJ

2006 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

142,951 mi
Last recorded142,951 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2017
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN56 HPJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2017 142,951 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2017 142,951 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2017 122,755 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 91,749 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

slight noise from top shocker bearing

Pass 20 Jan 2015 81,460 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 27 Jan 2014 68,561 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Jan 2013 57,631 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 46,136 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 7,557 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 28,413 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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VN56 HPJ is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VN56 HPJ, 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.

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What year was VN56 HPJ registered?

VN56 HPJ is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 13 November 2006.

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