Saab 9 3 Linear 150 Bhp (2006)
2006 Saab 9 3 Linear 150 Bhp
CarHunch analysed 106 real MOT records for the 2006 Saab 9 3 Linear 150 Bhp. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2006 Saab 9-3 is a reliability concern—only 63.1% pass on the first attempt, well below the UK average of 80%, and over a quarter of these vehicles (27.4%) have recorded dangerous defects at some point. Buyers should approach this model with caution; the numbers suggest structural reliability issues rather than minor wear.
At 76,000 miles median, these cars are showing their age appropriately, but the real worry is the severity of problems: an average of 3.72 failures and 16.8 advisories per MOT test indicate accumulated wear affecting multiple systems. If you're considering one, budget for professional pre-purchase inspection focusing on suspension, braking, and electrical systems—this model punishes deferred maintenance.
What to check before buying a 2006 Saab 9 3 Linear 150 Bhp
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 27.4% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (91%) | 96 | 61.9% | 3.99 |
| Other (8%) | 9 | 74.6% | 0.78 |
| Diesel (1%) | 1 | 73.3% | 4 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2006 Saab 9 3 Linear 150 Bhp vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2006 Saab 9 3 Linear 150 Bhp vehicles fall between 60,069 and 91,837 miles.
2006 Saab 9 3 Linear 150 Bhp — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 34 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (44% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
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