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AF05 XAS

2005 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

194,946 mi
Last recorded194,946 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 XAS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 194,946 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 189,797 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2024 189,797 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 182,350 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2022 178,067 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2021 174,134 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 171,793 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2020 171,793 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 167,418 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 163,692 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 159,218 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 153,787 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 145,845 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 134,090 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 120,793 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 106,466 miles

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

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 28 Jan 2011 92,967 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 78,824 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 63,107 miles

front discs corroded

rear pads low

rear tyres have mishape

steering arms have play

Pass 22 Mar 2008 47,817 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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AF05 XAS is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AF05 XAS, 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

How do I check the history of AF05 XAS?

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What year was AF05 XAS registered?

AF05 XAS is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is AF05 XAS safe to buy?

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