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BK55 ULN

2005 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

121,361 mi
Last recorded121,361 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 ULN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2017 121,361 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2017 121,361 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 108,330 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 104,499 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 104,477 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 97,758 miles

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 4 Apr 2013 90,055 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

n/s/r tyre cut in outer sidewall

Pass 27 Apr 2012 82,467 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 75,562 miles

advise damage n/s/r tyre sidewall

Fail 19 Apr 2011 75,562 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

advise damage n/s/r tyre sidewall

Pass 31 Aug 2010 71,427 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 54,807 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre cut on inner edge

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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BK55 ULN is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 BK55 ULN, 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 BK55 ULN registered?

BK55 ULN is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is BK55 ULN safe to buy?

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