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DG55 KDF

2005 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

74,003 mi
Last recorded74,003 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 KDF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 74,003 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2025 68,998 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2025 68,998 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 64,942 miles

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

n/s side repeater lense missing

Pass 22 Aug 2023 61,828 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 58,277 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2022 58,096 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 54,868 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 54,665 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 50,933 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside front and rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Aug 2020 50,933 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside front and rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 50,825 miles

O/S/FRONT AND N/S/REAR TYRES ARE WORN LOW ON EDGES

Pass 23 Jul 2018 49,998 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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))

Fail 20 Jul 2018 49,993 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 47,434 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 41,480 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 41,480 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 36,294 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 30,604 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 26,467 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 24,908 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 22,501 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 22,493 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 20,026 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 17,417 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 13,839 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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DG55 KDF is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2005 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 89,093 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 DG55 KDF, 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 DG55 KDF?

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What year was DG55 KDF registered?

DG55 KDF is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 15 September 2005.

Is DG55 KDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG55 KDF shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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