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CYN 6C

2005 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

102,660 mi
Last recorded102,660 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYN 6C
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Fail 2 Jul 2026 102,660 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2025 95,433 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jun 2025 95,433 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 89,087 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 81,953 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 74,447 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 14 Jun 2022 74,447 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 67,540 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 63,617 miles

Offside Rear Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened shock top mount corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 56,819 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 56,683 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn & upper boot insecure (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn & upper boot insecure (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 46,294 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 36,522 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 35,168 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 35,165 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 32,803 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 28,605 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 26,079 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 24,200 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 23,601 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2011 17,618 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 16,101 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 13,836 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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CYN 6C is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 CYN 6C, 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 CYN 6C?

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What year was CYN 6C registered?

CYN 6C is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is CYN 6C safe to buy?

The MOT history for CYN 6C shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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