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AK56 CWD

2006 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

136,558 mi
Last recorded136,558 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2017
Typical for 2006 Saab 9-388,182 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 CWD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2017 136,558 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn and scored (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 115,829 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2016 115,829 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 101,535 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2015 101,535 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 89,969 miles

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

nearside front tyre has deep cut

offside front tyre close to limit

Fail 30 Oct 2014 89,969 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

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

offside front tyre close to limit

Fail 9 Oct 2014 89,698 miles

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

nearside front tyre on 2mm

offside front tyre on 3 mm

Pass 3 Oct 2013 77,607 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 66,325 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 55,926 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 45,824 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Sep 2010 45,824 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2009 35,388 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 35,388 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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AK56 CWD is a 2006 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 AK56 CWD, 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 AK56 CWD registered?

AK56 CWD is a 2006 Saab 9-3, first registered on 6 October 2006.

Is AK56 CWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK56 CWD shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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