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WK56 VJO

2006 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

151,772 mi
Last recorded151,772 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK56 VJO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 151,772 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both sides rear trailing arm mounts corroded

Fail 9 Oct 2025 151,656 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both sides rear trailing arm mounts corroded

Pass 14 Oct 2024 142,749 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2024 142,749 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 134,316 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 125,924 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Sep 2022 125,882 miles

Nearside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Outer Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 114,909 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear wheel arch slightly corroded

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

Pass 4 Sep 2020 107,079 miles

advise rear wheel arches corroded

Pass 19 Sep 2019 102,627 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 93,952 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

rear inner wheel arches corroded

Fail 4 Sep 2018 93,933 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear inner wheel arches corroded

Pass 25 Sep 2017 85,907 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 79,673 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 74,464 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 70,050 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 66,392 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 62,677 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 54,985 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 45,915 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 33,764 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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WK56 VJO is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 WK56 VJO, 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 WK56 VJO registered?

WK56 VJO is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is WK56 VJO safe to buy?

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