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BU54 WSX

2005 Saab 9-3

Beige Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

100,239 mi
Last recorded100,239 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2013
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU54 WSX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2013 100,239 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Towbar not checked

Fail 22 Apr 2013 100,239 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Cill covers fitted, but unsecure underneath

Low on engine oil

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Towbar not checked

Pass 14 Apr 2011 78,249 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 78,249 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 68,664 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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BU54 WSX is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Beige with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BU54 WSX, 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 BU54 WSX registered?

BU54 WSX is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is BU54 WSX safe to buy?

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