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AF55 VXO

2005 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

111,588 mi
Last recorded111,588 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2011
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Saab
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 VXO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2011 111,588 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 97,069 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2009 86,782 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 79,941 miles

front brake pads 3/4 used

n/s/r brake pads getting low

slight noise from rear wheel bearing noticed on road test not able to spin up back wheels faster enough on ramp

Fail 16 Oct 2008 79,941 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

front brake pads 3/4 used

n/s/r brake pads getting low

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 VXO is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VXO, 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 VXO?

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What year was AF55 VXO registered?

AF55 VXO is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 13 September 2005.

Is AF55 VXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 VXO shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF55 VXO have outstanding finance?

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