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VO06 XEL

2006 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

76,823 mi
Last recorded76,823 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2019
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO06 XEL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2019 76,823 miles

Advise play in o,s link rod.

Advise play in rear rose bushes.

Pass 14 Apr 2018 64,737 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 56,490 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

play in steering inner arms

undertray fitted/engine covers fitted/ubcc

Fail 10 Jun 2017 56,486 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick all (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

play in steering inner arms

undertray fitted/engine covers fitted/ubcc

Pass 1 Mar 2016 36,237 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 36,237 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter (7.2.3)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 34,607 miles

fuel filter housing damp

Pass 21 Feb 2014 32,726 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 30,653 miles

n/s/r tyre cracking in tread

Fail 5 Mar 2013 30,616 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

n/s/r tyre cracking in tread

Pass 9 Mar 2012 27,630 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 24,556 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 24,556 miles

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 21,706 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 18,011 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)

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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VO06 XEL is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 VO06 XEL, 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 VO06 XEL registered?

VO06 XEL is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 14 March 2006.

Is VO06 XEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO06 XEL shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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