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W13 BDC

2006 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

147,902 mi
Last recorded147,902 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW13 BDC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 147,902 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 138,717 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 134,435 miles
Fail 8 May 2024 134,435 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 4 May 2023 130,395 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2022 127,888 miles
Fail 5 May 2022 127,888 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 124,658 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 120,854 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 116,040 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 109,452 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 103,211 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 91,943 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 77,883 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 61,256 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 44,950 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 34,917 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 20,940 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2009 20,940 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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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W13 BDC is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 W13 BDC, 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 W13 BDC registered?

W13 BDC is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 12 October 2006.

Is W13 BDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W13 BDC shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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