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D6 COY

2005 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

104,055 mi
Last recorded104,055 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD6 COY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 104,055 miles

corrosion in rear suspension & braking components

Pass 23 Aug 2024 101,795 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 99,829 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front brake pads in poor condition

Pass 23 Aug 2022 98,837 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 96,958 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 95,438 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 93,706 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 92,192 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 90,372 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 89,066 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 87,375 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 83,776 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 82,163 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 79,973 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 78,022 miles

deterioration in both front brake discs

Fail 17 Aug 2010 78,014 miles

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

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

deterioration in both front brake discs

Pass 24 Aug 2009 75,022 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 59,372 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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D6 COY is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 D6 COY, 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 D6 COY registered?

D6 COY is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is D6 COY safe to buy?

The MOT history for D6 COY shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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