2006 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp models manufactured in 2006, based on 66 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2006 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp MOT Analysis
The 2006 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp has an MOT pass rate of 57.6% based on 66 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 67,941 miles on the odometer. With a 42.4% failure rate, the 2006 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2006 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, responsible for 1.5% of failures. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs range from £5–50.
Top failures specific to 2006 models only. The overall 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 1.5% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 67,941 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.22 | 1.5% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2006 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp has an MOT pass rate of 57.6% based on 66 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 67,941 miles on the odometer. With a 42.4% failure rate, the 2006 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2006 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test. At 67,941 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 1.5% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 1.5% of MOT failures on 2006 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.