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CA54 XUO

2005 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

87,669 mi
Last recorded87,669 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA54 XUO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2017 87,669 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2017 87,669 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2016 83,700 miles

headlight lenses deteriorating - starting to affect image

Pass 2 Dec 2015 78,080 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2015 78,080 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2014 71,286 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 64,061 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 58,375 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 51,642 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2010 46,395 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Dec 2010 46,395 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Dec 2009 41,935 miles

Oil leak

Pass 31 Dec 2008 30,738 miles

front and rear number plates starting to weather

long handbrake travel

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 XUO is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc 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 CA54 XUO, 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

How do I check the history of CA54 XUO?

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What year was CA54 XUO registered?

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

Is CA54 XUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA54 XUO shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CA54 XUO have outstanding finance?

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