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BT05 GOJ

2005 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

114,035 mi
Last recorded114,035 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 GOJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2017 114,035 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 102,869 miles

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of engine bay components

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside components

Fail 21 Jul 2016 102,869 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of engine bay components

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside components

Pass 24 Jul 2015 100,330 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 24 Jul 2015 100,330 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 96,874 miles

both front anti roll bar links have slight play

n/s/f and n/s/r tyres are worn on the edges and are low

rear brake pads are very low

Pass 1 Jul 2013 87,298 miles

both rear tyres are low on the inside edges

o/s/f antiroll bar drop link has slight play

Pass 24 Jul 2012 65,918 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 50,532 miles

rear tyres cracking and scrubbing on inner edges

Fail 27 Jul 2011 50,532 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

rear tyres cracking and scrubbing on inner edges

Pass 29 Jul 2010 48,640 miles

n/s/f tyre tread low on edges and cut in sidewall

rear tyres slightly out of shape

Pass 31 Jul 2009 45,122 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 16 Jan 2009 39,492 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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BT05 GOJ is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BT05 GOJ, 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 BT05 GOJ registered?

BT05 GOJ is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is BT05 GOJ safe to buy?

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