MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
152,042 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Electrical wiring insulation in such a condition there is an imminent risk of fire or formation of sparks (4.11 (c) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()
Exhaust deteriorated condition
Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Performance low (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Exhaust deteriorated condition
Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Performance low (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
Exhaust deteriorated
Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Central Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust deteriorated
Central Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
front exhaust flexi deteriorated
nearside beam image poor
oil leak
Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt close to excessive (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Temporary fuel cap fitted
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer bush (2.4.G.2)
Offside Rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt
Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush nearside bush (2.4.G.2)
Temporary fuel cap fitted
Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer wall damaged (4.1.D.1b)
Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer bush (2.4.G.2)
Offside Rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt
Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush nearside bush (2.4.G.2)
Temporary fuel cap fitted
Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Nearside front tyre has damage to the outer wall
Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
Offside rear indicator slightly dull
Temporary fuel cap fitted
Both rear tyres perishing
Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Temporary fuel cap fitted
Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
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CV55 LWY is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 CV55 LWY, 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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CV55 LWY is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 November 2005.
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