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SB54 VTU

2005 Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp Auto

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

143,425 mi
Last recorded143,425 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp Auto85,093 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB54 VTU
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Aero 210 Bhp Auto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2016 143,425 miles

Offside Front 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 26 Aug 2015 135,420 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2014 127,232 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 127,232 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Sep 2013 117,420 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 117,420 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 20 Sep 2012 108,753 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 108,753 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 94,181 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 85,061 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 80,110 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 64,363 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 48,310 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Dec 2008 48,310 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2007 39,012 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp Auto?

Based on 3,664 MOT tests across 271 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
6,544
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
271
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 102
coil spring broken 96
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 63
position lamp(s) not working 56
coil spring incomplete 40
Full Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp Auto reliability report

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SB54 VTU is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp Auto in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2005 Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 85,093 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 Aero 210 Bhp Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 102 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SB54 VTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SB54 VTU registered?

SB54 VTU is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp Auto, first registered on 5 January 2005.

Is SB54 VTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB54 VTU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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