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LT05 AXR

2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

93,126 mi
Last recorded93,126 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp74,588 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT05 AXR
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector 175 Bhp
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc
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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2023 93,126 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2023 93,116 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2022 86,390 miles

Nearside Front vehicle underbody corroded to hole not within 30cm steering/suspension/seat belt mounting area

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

Offside Front vehicle underbody corroded to hole not within 30cmm steering/suspension/seat belt mounting area

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded slight corrosion (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

nearside/offside sill covers fitted

Fail 27 Oct 2022 86,378 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rack gaiter insecure on housing (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front vehicle underbody corroded to hole not within 30cm steering/suspension/seat belt mounting area

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

Offside Front vehicle underbody corroded to hole not within 30cmm steering/suspension/seat belt mounting area

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded slight corrosion (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

nearside/offside sill covers fitted

Pass 4 Nov 2021 80,958 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged valve stem heavily perished/cracked advise renewal (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear tyre has uneven wear to tread area

Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 76,797 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 72,321 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2019 72,321 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/4517 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 68,136 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

coil springs corroded

Fail 29 Oct 2018 68,136 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

brakes require further inspection

coil springs corroded

Pass 27 Oct 2017 61,503 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 59,063 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 56,482 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 53,113 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 50,610 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 48,624 miles

N/S/F Coil spring lower coil broken

Pass 28 Nov 2011 47,883 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 43,027 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 37,345 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 28,673 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 25,623 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp?

Based on 2,133 MOT tests across 186 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
6,778
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 74
position lamp(s) not working 57
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 33
coil spring incomplete 30
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 29
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LT05 AXR is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 74,588 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LT05 AXR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LT05 AXR registered?

LT05 AXR is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp, first registered on 30 March 2005.

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