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FY05 HDO

2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

93,547 mi
Last recorded93,547 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto97,290 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 HDO
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2016 93,547 miles

Engine Management Light ON

Pass 10 Feb 2015 80,730 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2014 65,581 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2013 51,646 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2013 51,646 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Dec 2011 41,110 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 34,972 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2011 34,972 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 15 Jan 2010 26,374 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 19,513 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 13,685 miles

front tyres getting low/perished

o/s/r tyre punctured

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto?

Based on 2,900 MOT tests across 260 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
7,671
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
260
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 67
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 61
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 44
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 32
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 24
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FY05 HDO is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 97,290 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 67 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY05 HDO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY05 HDO registered?

FY05 HDO is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is FY05 HDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY05 HDO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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