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AF55 WXR

2005 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

146,639 mi
Last recorded146,639 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 WXR
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2017 146,639 miles

Front brakes scored.

Rear discs corroded and pitted.

Fail 4 Sep 2017 146,629 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front brakes scored.

Rear discs corroded and pitted.

Pass 9 Sep 2016 136,011 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 133,983 miles

nearside rear tyre worn inner edge

Pass 11 Aug 2014 123,914 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 113,806 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s/r brake pad is getting low

Pass 11 Aug 2012 95,861 miles

Electronic stability control lamp illuminated

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2011 75,770 miles

rear baby seats fitted so rear seat belts not checked

Pass 22 Jun 2010 63,445 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 55,196 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2009 55,196 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2008 42,462 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 WXR is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WXR, 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 WXR registered?

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

Is AF55 WXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 WXR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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