MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
78,667 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Car has sideskirts obscuring some bodywork
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside front tyre perished/tearing within tread grooves DOT code 0209 = tyre manufactured in Jan 2009 ADVISE REPLACE TYRE SOON
Offside rear tyre perished slightly DOT code 4709 = tyre manufactured in Nov 2009 ADVISE REPLACE TYRE SOON
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Car has sideskirts obstructing some bodywork
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
Windscreen wipers smear slightly at time of test but view remains adequate
nsf tyre getting low on tread
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
slight play nearside steering rack arm
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AE05 XEF 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 100%.
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 XEF, 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 AE05 XEF registered?
AE05 XEF is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 3 October 2005.
Is AE05 XEF safe to buy?
The MOT history for AE05 XEF shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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