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JNZ 8929

2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid 8V

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

160,574 mi
Last recorded160,574 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid 8V93,853 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJNZ 8929
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector Sport Tid 8V
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 160,574 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2025 160,476 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 156,565 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2024 156,057 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 153,726 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2023 153,586 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2022 149,878 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 144,647 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 141,222 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 135,920 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 130,930 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid 8V?

Based on 1,802 MOT tests across 269 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
8,731
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
269
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 54
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34
coil spring broken 34
position lamp(s) not working 24
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21
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JNZ 8929 is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid 8V in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid 8V models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 93,853 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid 8V fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 54 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JNZ 8929, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid 8V typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid 8V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JNZ 8929 registered?

JNZ 8929 is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid 8V, first registered on 17 January 2005.

Is JNZ 8929 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JNZ 8929 shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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