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BU05 XES

2005 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,361 mi
Last recorded99,361 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 XES
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 23 Dec 2015 99,361 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both rear upper (2.4.G.2)

both inner rack ends have slight movement

Pass 14 Jan 2015 91,202 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 90,250 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 87,104 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 83,718 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/f/tyre wearin on outter edge

Pass 1 Jun 2011 80,680 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 76,745 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 67,715 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 59,778 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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BU05 XES is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BU05 XES, 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 BU05 XES registered?

BU05 XES is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 12 December 2005.

Is BU05 XES safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 XES shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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