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RLZ 8261

2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid 8V

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2024
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

86,343 mi
Last recorded86,343 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid 8V93,853 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLZ 8261
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector Sport Tid 8V
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2023 86,343 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 79,326 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2022 79,263 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 68,670 miles
Fail 22 May 2021 68,595 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 64,989 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 61,307 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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RLZ 8261 is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid 8V in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RLZ 8261, 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.

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What year was RLZ 8261 registered?

RLZ 8261 is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid 8V, first registered on 23 May 2005.

Is RLZ 8261 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLZ 8261 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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