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AJ55 EVC

2005 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

135,102 mi
Last recorded135,102 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 EVC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 135,102 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear heel board area starting to corrode

Fail 15 Sep 2025 135,099 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear heel board area starting to corrode

Pass 19 Sep 2024 128,493 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 120,580 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 21 Sep 2023 120,580 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 114,243 miles

Headlamp lenses deterioating

Winter tyres fitted

Fail 16 Sep 2022 114,240 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp lenses deterioating

Winter tyres fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2021 106,149 miles

Winter tyres fitted

Pass 5 Oct 2020 104,463 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 100,333 miles

Slight oil leaks

Pass 14 Mar 2018 96,353 miles

All season tyres fitted

Pass 10 Mar 2017 89,678 miles

All season tyres fitted

Pass 9 Mar 2016 86,181 miles

All season tyres fitted

Engine & sill covers fitted

O/S Front seat belt retraction could be improved

Pass 30 Mar 2015 82,824 miles

All season tyres fitted

Plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2014 78,289 miles

all seasons tyres fitted

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2013 73,058 miles

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 20 Mar 2012 67,036 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 62,200 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 29 Mar 2010 54,055 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 36,047 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 31,466 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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AJ55 EVC is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AJ55 EVC, 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 AJ55 EVC?

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What year was AJ55 EVC registered?

AJ55 EVC is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is AJ55 EVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ55 EVC shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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