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AF06 XBW

2006 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

112,306 mi
Last recorded112,306 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2013
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF06 XBW
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2013 112,306 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 106,599 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 106,593 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 99,716 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 86,897 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 69,352 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 69,352 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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AF06 XBW is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF06 XBW, 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 AF06 XBW?

You can check the full history of AF06 XBW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AF06 XBW registered?

AF06 XBW is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 22 March 2006.

Is AF06 XBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF06 XBW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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