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MT05 TXA

2005 Saab 9-3 Linear Sport Tid

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2025
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

138,924 mi
Last recorded138,924 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-3 Linear Sport Tid96,991 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT05 TXA
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Linear Sport Tid
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2024 138,924 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 136,344 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 134,227 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 133,007 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 130,901 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 125,411 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 112,882 miles

Nearside Rear 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 23 Sep 2010 96,044 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 76,729 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 58,555 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 56,646 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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MT05 TXA is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Linear Sport Tid in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MT05 TXA, 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 MT05 TXA registered?

MT05 TXA is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Linear Sport Tid, first registered on 30 May 2005.

Is MT05 TXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT05 TXA shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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