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AF55 DWE

2005 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

88,599 mi
Last recorded88,599 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 DWE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2017 88,599 miles

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

n/s/f brake pad lining deteriorated

Fail 17 Jan 2017 88,599 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

n/s/f brake pad lining deteriorated

Pass 20 Jan 2016 81,061 miles

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

Nearside Front brake slightly binding

Pass 4 Feb 2015 70,961 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

nearside front brake slightly binding

slight play in nearside front steering rack (drumstick end)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 61,067 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 50,333 miles

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)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 48,843 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 48,741 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 48,741 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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AF55 DWE is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AF55 DWE, 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 AF55 DWE registered?

AF55 DWE is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is AF55 DWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 DWE shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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