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AO05 XJZ

2005 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

165,757 mi
Last recorded165,757 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO05 XJZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2019 165,757 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2019 165,757 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 162,385 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 158,503 miles

both front tyres have cracked sidewalls

Pass 1 Aug 2016 156,444 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 154,123 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 150,549 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 150,549 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2013 146,801 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 142,702 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 118,505 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2011 118,505 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 88,768 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 73,143 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 29 Jul 2008 56,614 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2008 56,614 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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AO05 XJZ is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AO05 XJZ, 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 AO05 XJZ registered?

AO05 XJZ is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 12 August 2005.

Is AO05 XJZ safe to buy?

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