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BF05 MYJ

2005 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

126,801 mi
Last recorded126,801 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 MYJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2021 126,801 miles

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective nsf plus osf advise (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 109,850 miles

Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced both fronts (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four osf on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

osf wing mirror backing missing

top mounts noisy when turned left or right

Fail 14 Sep 2020 109,850 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced both fronts (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four osf on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

osf wing mirror backing missing

top mounts noisy when turned left or right

Pass 14 Sep 2019 91,668 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (edges) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 82,487 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 69,088 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2017 69,088 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 49,141 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 48,208 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 42,297 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Oct 2013 38,123 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 33,842 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 29,633 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 25,641 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 21,466 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 16,805 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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BF05 MYJ is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BF05 MYJ, 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 BF05 MYJ registered?

BF05 MYJ is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 24 May 2005.

Is BF05 MYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF05 MYJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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