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DG55 WTL

2005 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

120,929 mi
Last recorded120,929 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 WTL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Sep 2018 120,929 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear discs worn pads very low

rear tyres worn on the edge

Pass 4 Oct 2017 117,680 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 115,060 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 113,090 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2014 110,905 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres 3-4mm tread depth

Pass 25 Sep 2014 110,905 miles

both front tyres 3-4mm tread depth

Pass 4 Oct 2013 108,950 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 106,562 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 103,979 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 84,905 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 64,477 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 51,058 miles

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

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

nearside tyre slightly feathered on inner edge/ offside tyre slightly feathered on inner edge

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 WTL is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WTL, 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

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What year was DG55 WTL registered?

DG55 WTL is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 21 October 2005.

Is DG55 WTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG55 WTL shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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