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A13 RCN

2005 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

55,697 mi
Last recorded55,697 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 RCN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 55,697 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 49,301 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 46,587 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 44,213 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 42,106 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2021 41,567 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2021 41,567 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 40,125 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 39,691 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 39,390 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 39,297 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 39,198 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 39,011 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 37,327 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 30,085 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 21,465 miles

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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A13 RCN is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2005 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 89,093 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A13 RCN, 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 21 years old, this Saab 9-3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A13 RCN?

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What year was A13 RCN registered?

A13 RCN is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is A13 RCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A13 RCN shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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