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DY05 AVP

2005 Saab 9-3 Linear Sport Tid

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

100,776 mi
Last recorded100,776 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-3 Linear Sport Tid96,991 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY05 AVP
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Linear Sport Tid
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2017 100,776 miles

Engine management lamp on.

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

Fail 25 Apr 2017 100,776 miles

Engine management lamp on.

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2016 93,203 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 93,203 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 84,509 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 74,316 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 74,316 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 67,001 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 60,825 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 54,868 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front 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 26 Feb 2010 45,277 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 39,872 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 32,278 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Linear Sport Tid?

Based on 997 MOT tests across 130 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
9,068
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 28
coil spring broken 24
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19
coil spring incomplete 15
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DY05 AVP is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Linear Sport Tid in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2005 Saab 9-3 Linear Sport Tid models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 96,991 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Linear Sport Tid fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DY05 AVP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Linear Sport Tid typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Saab 9-3 Linear Sport Tid is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DY05 AVP registered?

DY05 AVP is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Linear Sport Tid, first registered on 4 March 2005.

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