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VX06 NZV

2006 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

172,098 mi
Last recorded172,098 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2023
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX06 NZV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2023 172,098 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2022 164,882 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 157,351 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 153,824 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 145,937 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 133,691 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 117,807 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 101,803 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2015 89,423 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 86,057 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 81,026 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 73,635 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 66,343 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Nearside rear tyre has sidewall damage resulting for tyre being runflat

Fail 7 Apr 2012 66,343 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Nearside rear tyre has sidewall damage resulting for tyre being runflat

Pass 11 Mar 2011 55,478 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 44,772 miles

o/s rear tyre wearing on inside wall ( damaged )

Fail 22 Mar 2010 44,770 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

o/s rear tyre wearing on inside wall ( damaged )

Pass 9 Mar 2009 32,509 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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VX06 NZV is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VX06 NZV, 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 VX06 NZV registered?

VX06 NZV is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 3 April 2006.

Is VX06 NZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX06 NZV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VX06 NZV have outstanding finance?

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