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AE05 XEF

2005 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2021
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,667 mi
Last recorded78,667 miles
Recorded on20 May 2020
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 20 May 2020 78,667 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2019 75,472 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 71,843 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 70,792 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 69,570 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 67,703 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2014 65,651 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2013 62,998 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2012 60,629 miles

nsf tyre getting low on tread

Pass 26 May 2011 57,435 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

slight play nearside steering rack arm

Pass 1 Jun 2010 54,330 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 46,837 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 39,440 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 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?

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