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AF55 EEZ

2006 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2014
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

139,495 mi
Last recorded139,495 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2013
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 EEZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2013 139,495 miles

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

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 27 Jun 2013 139,495 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 May 2012 133,788 miles

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

both headlamp dip beams appear to have a stronger blue tinge than normal

offside washer jet not working (other two provide sufficient water)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 4 May 2012 133,788 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

both headlamp dip beams appear to have a stronger blue tinge than normal

offside washer jet not working (other two provide sufficient water)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 13 May 2011 128,127 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 128,127 miles

Nearside Front 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)

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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AF55 EEZ is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 AF55 EEZ, 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 AF55 EEZ registered?

AF55 EEZ is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is AF55 EEZ safe to buy?

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