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AJ05 BKZ

2005 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,119 mi
Last recorded87,119 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 BKZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2018 87,119 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 77,211 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of an adult seat belt

engine covers fitted

oil leak

Fail 18 May 2016 77,211 miles

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of an adult seat belt

engine covers fitted

oil leak

Pass 19 May 2015 66,799 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres cracking on tred and side wall.

Pass 10 May 2014 59,053 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2013 51,934 miles

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 May 2012 46,017 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 37,041 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 13 May 2010 29,302 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 23,385 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 23,385 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2008 19,744 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)

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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AJ05 BKZ is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol 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 AJ05 BKZ, 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 AJ05 BKZ registered?

AJ05 BKZ is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 22 April 2005.

Is AJ05 BKZ safe to buy?

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