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WU56 WKR

2006 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

196,666 mi
Last recorded196,666 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU56 WKR
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 196,666 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2025 196,666 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 188,404 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2024 188,404 miles

Front Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system grabbing severely both (1.3.1 (c))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 181,149 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 173,759 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 167,496 miles

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

Front exhaust flexi outer cover loose

Pass 29 Jul 2020 162,610 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 155,539 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 149,749 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2017 137,316 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 127,519 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 127,519 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

nearside wiper blade split

Pass 28 Jul 2015 117,257 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 105,424 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 97,758 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 84,871 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 65,635 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 50,882 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 34,866 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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WU56 WKR is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 WU56 WKR, 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 WU56 WKR registered?

WU56 WKR is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is WU56 WKR safe to buy?

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