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VU56 VXJ

2006 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

128,076 mi
Last recorded128,076 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2023
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU56 VXJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2023 128,076 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 121,129 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 116,272 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 110,243 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2020 110,243 miles

Coil spring fractured or broken nsr (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 105,797 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 97,249 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 88,949 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 86,990 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 80,019 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 3 Dec 2014 71,763 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 64,197 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 64,157 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

off side front wiper split

Pass 2 Mar 2012 53,578 miles

SCS warning light on indicating fault

both rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 7 Oct 2010 41,576 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 31,414 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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VU56 VXJ is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VU56 VXJ, 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 VU56 VXJ registered?

VU56 VXJ is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 September 2006.

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