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AD05 CFP

2005 Saab 9-3

White Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

155,876 mi
Last recorded155,876 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 CFP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2015 155,876 miles

Nearside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint both sides (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 20 Aug 2015 155,876 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Headlamp aim too low both sides (1.8)

Nearside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint both sides (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 155,876 miles

Nearside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint both sides (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 20 Aug 2015 155,876 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both sides (1.8)

Nearside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint both sides (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 149,983 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 138,872 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2013 138,862 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2012 133,774 miles

advise stability control light on

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 11 Jun 2011 126,123 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 117,998 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 103,650 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 75,670 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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AD05 CFP is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in White with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AD05 CFP, 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 AD05 CFP registered?

AD05 CFP is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 14 July 2005.

Is AD05 CFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 CFP shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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