2006 Saab 9-3 1.9L Diesel · A280 GMF
2006 Saab 9-3 (1.9L, diesel). First registered 31 Mar 2006. Recorded mileage 159,967 miles. MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-3
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 159,967 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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A280 GMF Key Findings
- 25 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/02/2026
- 159,967 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
A280 GMF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
25 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Saab 9-3 (A280 GMF) between April 2009 and February 2026.
The record contains 18 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 21 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (12 issues), Brakes (10 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 36 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”.
A280 GMF Mileage History
- 04/04/200937,581 mi
- 31/07/201058,281 mi+20,700 mi
- 19/07/201164,634 mi+6,353 mi
- 20/07/201164,634 mi
- 01/08/201273,134 mi+8,500 mi
- 20/02/201378,060 mi+4,926 mi
- 01/02/201485,472 mi+7,412 mi
- 31/01/201593,256 mi+7,784 mi
- 06/02/2016102,261 mi+9,005 mi
- 04/02/2017110,831 mi+8,570 mi
- 20/01/2018119,175 mi+8,344 mi
- 26/01/2019124,350 mi+5,175 mi
- 30/01/2019124,444 mi+94 mi
- 08/02/2020132,158 mi+7,714 mi
- 29/01/2021136,114 mi+3,956 mi
- 06/02/2021136,169 mi+55 mi
- 31/01/2022142,060 mi+5,891 mi
- 08/02/2022142,263 mi+203 mi
- 07/02/2023149,516 mi+7,253 mi
- 15/02/2024153,798 mi+4,282 mi
- 20/02/2024153,831 mi+33 mi
- 13/02/2025157,144 mi+3,313 mi
- 18/02/2025157,297 mi+153 mi
- 21/02/2026159,967 mi+2,670 mi
- 21/02/2026159,967 mi
Average of roughly 7,248 miles per year across 25 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- CIM (Column Integration Module) FailureSerious
The module in the steering column fails, leading to key non-recognition or stability control errors.
- Rear Suspension "Rose Bush" WearModerate
The outer bushings on the rear trailing arms wear out, causing the rear wheels to "steer" the car.
- Soft-Top Hydraulic LeaksModerate
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