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AE05 RSX

2005 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

121,951 mi
Last recorded121,951 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 RSX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2020 121,951 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 112,390 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Headlamp beam patterns weak but evident

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 103,465 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 92,015 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 88,184 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 28 Oct 2015 88,184 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 May 2014 78,614 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 74,775 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 65,597 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front & rear pads maybe partially seized

n/s/f link bar ball joint dust cover clip adrift but still stops dirt

Pass 18 Jun 2011 59,611 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 53,723 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 38,630 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 29,095 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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AE05 RSX is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AE05 RSX, 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

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What year was AE05 RSX registered?

AE05 RSX is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is AE05 RSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 RSX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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