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AF55 VXH

2005 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

100,055 mi
Last recorded100,055 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 VXH
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 100,055 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 98,170 miles

Advise fuel cap

Pass 2 Sep 2022 94,843 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 89,651 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2020 84,193 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 82,770 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2018 81,297 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 78,911 miles

Offside Rear TAIL LIGHT LENS DAMAGED

Pass 14 Aug 2016 75,913 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 72,516 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 68,951 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 66,300 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 59,338 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Aug 2011 54,302 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)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 45,786 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

pans

Fail 10 Aug 2009 37,851 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 37,851 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 29,836 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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AF55 VXH is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 VXH, 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 AF55 VXH?

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What year was AF55 VXH registered?

AF55 VXH is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is AF55 VXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 VXH shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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