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DG55 UTB

2005 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,055 mi
Last recorded41,055 miles
Recorded on22 May 2013
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 UTB
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2013 41,055 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2013 40,917 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

Pass 8 May 2012 35,044 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

headlamp washers not working

Pass 6 May 2011 29,128 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 25,854 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 21,492 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 17,208 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 UTB is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DG55 UTB, 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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How do I check the history of DG55 UTB?

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What year was DG55 UTB registered?

DG55 UTB is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 22 September 2005.

Is DG55 UTB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG55 UTB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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