CarVerify

Free Car Check

LB05 XLN

2005 Saab 9-3 Linear Sport Tid 8V

Black Diesel 1910cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

231,258 mi
Last recorded231,258 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-3 Linear Sport Tid 8V104,231 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Saab
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB05 XLN
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Linear Sport Tid 8V
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2022 231,258 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 222,678 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 213,723 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 206,665 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 206,665 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 199,158 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 199,154 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 189,300 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 181,108 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 170,270 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 158,234 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 150,233 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 142,489 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 135,417 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 124,474 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 114,292 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 99,435 miles

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

Based on 1,328 MOT tests across 193 vehicles.

74.1%
Pass Rate
9,151
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
193
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 90
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 40
coil spring broken 38
position lamp(s) not working 30
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 26
Full Saab 9-3 Linear Sport Tid 8V reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LB05 XLN is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Linear Sport Tid 8V in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2005 Saab 9-3 Linear Sport Tid 8V models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 104,231 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Linear Sport Tid 8V fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LB05 XLN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LB05 XLN?

You can check the full history of LB05 XLN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LB05 XLN registered?

LB05 XLN is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Linear Sport Tid 8V, first registered on 8 July 2005.

Is LB05 XLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB05 XLN shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LB05 XLN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LB05 XLN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.