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AY05 MZJ

2005 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2014
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

104,750 mi
Last recorded104,750 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2013
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 MZJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 22 Aug 2013 104,750 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 107,309 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 80,527 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 70,841 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 58,326 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front registration plate slightly deteriorated

screw in o/s rear tyre

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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AY05 MZJ is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AY05 MZJ, 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 AY05 MZJ registered?

AY05 MZJ is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is AY05 MZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY05 MZJ shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AY05 MZJ have outstanding finance?

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