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RA05 NWK

2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

98,094 mi
Last recorded98,094 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp78,818 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA05 NWK
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector 150 Bhp
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2016 98,094 miles

both front tyres worn inner edges

both rear wheels buckled

n/s and o/s inner cv boots perished

plain in o/s/f anti-roll bar link

Fail 6 Jul 2016 98,094 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

both front tyres worn inner edges

both rear wheels buckled

n/s and o/s inner cv boots perished

plain in o/s/f anti-roll bar link

Pass 5 Jun 2015 91,996 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 83,674 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 71,141 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 10 Jun 2013 71,141 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 May 2012 56,939 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)

front number plate fadeing

Pass 27 May 2011 46,425 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 46,423 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jun 2010 34,130 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 34,130 miles

Nearside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 23,195 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 20,360 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp?

Based on 6,808 MOT tests across 533 vehicles.

75.7%
Pass Rate
5,410
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
533
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 166
position lamp(s) not working 115
coil spring broken 110
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 98
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 64
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RA05 NWK is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 78,818 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 150 Bhp fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 166 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RA05 NWK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RA05 NWK registered?

RA05 NWK is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp, first registered on 9 June 2005.

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