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AF55 WXZ

2005 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

145,545 mi
Last recorded145,545 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2012
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 WXZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 Sep 2012 145,545 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 120,557 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 120,494 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Cut in N/S Front Tyre

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

Pass 24 Aug 2010 98,293 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 79,220 miles

movement in offside steering rack track rod inner ball joint

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 WXZ is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WXZ, 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 WXZ?

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What year was AF55 WXZ registered?

AF55 WXZ is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 15 September 2005.

Is AF55 WXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 WXZ shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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