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BD05 ZZE

2005 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

107,369 mi
Last recorded107,369 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD05 ZZE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2019 107,369 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 5 Feb 2018 85,613 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 76,444 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2017 76,444 miles

Headlamp aim too high both side (1.8)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 72,837 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Jul 2015 65,006 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil level on min

Pass 24 Jul 2014 57,436 miles

Oil leak

Fail 23 Jul 2014 57,434 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Jul 2013 49,312 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 43,155 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 34,346 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 34,346 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 26,541 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 26,541 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 20,885 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 16,180 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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BD05 ZZE is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc 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 BD05 ZZE, 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.

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What year was BD05 ZZE registered?

BD05 ZZE is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is BD05 ZZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD05 ZZE shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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