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WU06 NYB

2006 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,218 mi
Last recorded111,218 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2020
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU06 NYB
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2020 111,218 miles

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

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

fuel around the fuel filter but no permanent leak visible

Pass 11 Feb 2019 108,045 miles

Oil leak

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

Smell of diesel around filter but not leaking

Fail 9 Feb 2019 108,043 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Smell of diesel around filter but not leaking

Pass 10 Mar 2018 103,569 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 103,566 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Jun 2017 97,659 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 93,170 miles

Advise engine covers fitted

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint Drop link (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit + showing signs of age sidewalls cracking advise replacement (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint Drop link (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 87,312 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Upper Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre sidewall deteriation and uneven wear on inner edge advise replacement

plastic sill covers fitted

Fail 22 Jun 2015 87,310 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Upper Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre sidewall deteriation and uneven wear on inner edge advise replacement

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 23 Jun 2014 77,575 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise n/s/r tyre has damage to outer sidewall kerbin rib advise replacement

Pass 25 Jun 2013 67,002 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r and o/s/r tyre sidewall deteriation and cracking

wear on front disc

Pass 25 Jun 2012 54,122 miles

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

offside front tyre pressure low

rear exhaust mounts slightly corroded

Pass 21 Jun 2011 48,024 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2011 48,021 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 40,352 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 32,110 miles

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

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 NYB is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NYB, 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

How do I check the history of WU06 NYB?

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What year was WU06 NYB registered?

WU06 NYB is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 23 May 2006.

Is WU06 NYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU06 NYB shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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