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CP55 PVJ

2005 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

136,555 mi
Last recorded136,555 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2019
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP55 PVJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2019 136,555 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 132,346 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 123,709 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber soft

Pass 22 Jun 2016 117,925 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit very low (4.1.E.1)

Nearside front tyre worn on edges of tread.

Offside Outer Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Fail 22 Jun 2016 117,925 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit very low (4.1.E.1)

Nearside front tyre worn on edges of tread.

Offside Outer Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2015 113,058 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 105,361 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 94,062 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 81,072 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 64,327 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 50,737 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 35,574 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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CP55 PVJ is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 CP55 PVJ, 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 CP55 PVJ registered?

CP55 PVJ is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is CP55 PVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP55 PVJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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