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WU06 NXW

2006 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

172,645 mi
Last recorded172,645 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2015
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU06 NXW
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2015 172,645 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear brake pads worn very close to the legal limit

Pass 13 Jan 2015 160,103 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2014 140,009 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Jul 2014 140,009 miles

Offside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jun 2014 139,638 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front & both rear brake discs slightly rusty

both rear upper suspenions arms have slight play

plastic sill covers fitted

Fail 3 Jun 2014 139,638 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front & both rear brake discs slightly rusty

both rear upper suspenions arms have slight play

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 24 Jan 2013 111,309 miles

both front tyres worn on inner treads 215/60/15

both rear upper arms have small amount of play

front discs rusty

Pass 12 Jan 2012 98,085 miles

both front tyres slightly worn on inside edge,possible tracking

Pass 13 Jan 2011 78,995 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 60,441 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 55,136 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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WU06 NXW is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WU06 NXW, 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 WU06 NXW registered?

WU06 NXW is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 March 2006.

Is WU06 NXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU06 NXW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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