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BJ55 XHC

2005 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

149,961 mi
Last recorded149,961 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ55 XHC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Fail 5 Apr 2023 149,961 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached Inner bolt loose (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner edge cord showing (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached Inner bolt loose (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Covers fitted

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material OS and NS (1.1.11 (c))

coolant level low

lower radiator mounts loose

Pass 12 Mar 2022 139,803 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 131,809 miles

Offside Rear subframe bolt loose or snapped

Pass 23 Mar 2020 128,257 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 126,754 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 121,966 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 118,016 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 118,016 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported Rubber mounts replaced (7.1.1)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 116,466 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 110,775 miles

both rear tyres perishing in tread

Pass 28 May 2014 97,194 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 28 May 2014 97,193 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

heat shield loose at rear

Pass 3 Jun 2013 84,421 miles

Rear Tyres on 2mm+

Pass 31 May 2012 69,001 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 68,763 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2011 50,695 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2010 35,768 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 35,768 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 29,563 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 17,235 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
Full Saab 9-3 reliability report

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BJ55 XHC is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 BJ55 XHC, 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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BJ55 XHC is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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