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AF55 WYZ

2005 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

152,930 mi
Last recorded152,930 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2017 152,930 miles

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arches both side (2.4.A.3)

Fail 6 Jun 2017 152,884 miles

Offside Front Lower coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arches both side (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 144,178 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 137,895 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 133,759 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 125,008 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 25 May 2013 125,008 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 31 May 2012 105,642 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 31 May 2012 105,642 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 6 Jun 2011 95,982 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 95,982 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 83,245 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 67,841 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 53,376 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 WYZ is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 WYZ, 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 WYZ registered?

AF55 WYZ is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is AF55 WYZ safe to buy?

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