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AB51 NOB

2005 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

121,209 mi
Last recorded121,209 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2020
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB51 NOB
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2020 121,209 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2020 121,209 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Speed limiter tamperproof device defective (7.10 (d))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2018 119,060 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2018 119,057 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 108,080 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 102,572 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 94,370 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2015 89,723 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 87,122 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 70,102 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 58,338 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 48,151 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 May 2011 48,151 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 41,593 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 41,593 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 34,653 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 25 Feb 2008 24,629 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 24,577 miles

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

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

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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AB51 NOB is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 AB51 NOB, 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.

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What year was AB51 NOB registered?

AB51 NOB is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is AB51 NOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB51 NOB shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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