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D19 SHE

2005 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

139,584 mi
Last recorded139,584 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD19 SHE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 139,584 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2025 137,314 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2024 134,873 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2023 131,460 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 129,409 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 127,804 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 126,638 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 125,004 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 122,022 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 120,877 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 117,448 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 109,299 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 109,297 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 101,755 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 91,580 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 78,098 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 69,800 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 58,165 miles

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

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

advice n/s front tyre cut in sidewall no cords showing

advice o/s front tyre cut in side wall no cords showing

Pass 19 May 2010 58,165 miles

advice n/s front tyre cut in sidewall no cords showing

advice o/s front tyre cut in side wall no cords showing

Pass 21 May 2009 44,445 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 30,508 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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D19 SHE is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 D19 SHE, 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 D19 SHE?

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What year was D19 SHE registered?

D19 SHE is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is D19 SHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for D19 SHE shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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