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AY55 ZNZ

2005 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

167,284 mi
Last recorded167,284 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2014
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY55 ZNZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2014 167,284 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 142,012 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 127,500 miles

Accident damage to nearside front bumper

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

Pass 10 Sep 2010 97,804 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Sep 2009 79,517 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 79,517 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 61,095 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AY55 ZNZ is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 AY55 ZNZ, 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 AY55 ZNZ registered?

AY55 ZNZ is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 14 September 2005.

Is AY55 ZNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY55 ZNZ shows 7 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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