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BP05 XDD

2005 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

114,791 mi
Last recorded114,791 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2014
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP05 XDD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Fail 26 Aug 2014 114,791 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 114,791 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 107,958 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 101,190 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 89,230 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 74,092 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 58,345 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 41,835 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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BP05 XDD is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 BP05 XDD, 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 BP05 XDD registered?

BP05 XDD is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is BP05 XDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP05 XDD shows 8 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.

Does BP05 XDD have outstanding finance?

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