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CK05 LWJ

2005 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

133,952 mi
Last recorded133,952 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK05 LWJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2016 133,952 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2016 133,952 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2015 119,314 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 105,438 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2013 88,971 miles

1) tyres 225 45 17

2) outer sill covers fitted

Pass 7 Feb 2012 73,625 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 64,860 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 53,979 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 42,697 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 42,697 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2009 41,246 miles

o/s front tyre wearing on edges

rear tyres wearing unevenly on edges

Fail 23 Mar 2009 41,246 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

front tyres wearing on edges

rear tyres wearing unevenly on edges

Pass 1 Apr 2008 29,277 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2008 29,277 miles

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

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

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

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

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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CK05 LWJ is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 CK05 LWJ, 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 CK05 LWJ registered?

CK05 LWJ is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 8 April 2005.

Is CK05 LWJ safe to buy?

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