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DE05 OOB

2005 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2022
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,468 mi
Last recorded17,468 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE05 OOB
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 29 Jun 2021 17,468 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs have surface rust due to lack of use(not heavy) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2020 17,005 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2019 16,160 miles

Nearside Front head lamp misted

Nearside Rear disc corrosion

Pass 4 Apr 2018 15,712 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2017 15,462 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 15,222 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front number plate cracked but still able to be identified

Pass 8 Apr 2015 14,987 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 14,773 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 14,455 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 13,932 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 13,368 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 12,812 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 11,632 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 9,038 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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DE05 OOB is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DE05 OOB, 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 DE05 OOB registered?

DE05 OOB is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 8 April 2005.

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