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AK05 FZC

2005 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

169,472 mi
Last recorded169,472 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 FZC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2018 169,472 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2018 169,472 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 159,663 miles

Both rear tyres worn close to prescribed limit

Oil leak

Fail 13 Oct 2017 159,663 miles

Both rear tyres worn close to prescribed limit

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Oct 2016 150,741 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 142,643 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2015 142,643 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 120,772 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2014 120,772 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 109,449 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 85,977 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 70,890 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

plastic covers over outer sills.

Pass 24 Mar 2011 61,709 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 61,705 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Upper Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 56,461 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2009 52,702 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 49,440 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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AK05 FZC is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 AK05 FZC, 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

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What year was AK05 FZC registered?

AK05 FZC is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is AK05 FZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 FZC shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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