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CA54 XUM

2005 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

134,613 mi
Last recorded134,613 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA54 XUM
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 5 Sep 2016 134,613 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2015 128,268 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 118,373 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 24 Jun 2014 118,373 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 102,918 miles

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 86,890 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

N/S/R brake disc extremely heavy scoring ,advice replacement with brake pads

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Fail 25 Jul 2012 86,890 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

N/S/R brake disc extremely heavy scoring ,advice replacement with brake pads

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 72,401 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2011 72,256 miles

Centre Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 55,720 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 34,742 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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CA54 XUM is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 CA54 XUM, 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 CA54 XUM registered?

CA54 XUM is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 February 2005.

Is CA54 XUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA54 XUM shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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