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AK05 FZG

2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

143,826 mi
Last recorded143,826 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp74,588 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 FZG
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector 175 Bhp
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2024 143,826 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 140,785 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 20 Jun 2022 138,188 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2020 135,202 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 131,585 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 126,082 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2018 126,082 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2017 119,640 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2016 112,918 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 106,528 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 98,490 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 92,011 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 84,523 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 76,791 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 69,745 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2010 69,745 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 61,615 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2008 51,327 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp?

Based on 2,133 MOT tests across 186 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
6,778
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 74
position lamp(s) not working 57
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 33
coil spring incomplete 30
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 29
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AK05 FZG is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 74,588 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK05 FZG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AK05 FZG registered?

AK05 FZG is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp, first registered on 22 March 2005.

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