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SC05 NCO

2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

118,890 mi
Last recorded118,890 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid105,027 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC05 NCO
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector Sport Tid
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2016 118,890 miles

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 12 Feb 2016 118,882 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 109,476 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/r tyre side walls damaged

wiper blades deteriorated

Pass 27 Sep 2013 103,408 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

bonnet cable broken

Pass 19 Sep 2012 96,365 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 96,365 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 89,818 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 83,125 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 83,125 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Fail 29 Jun 2009 69,270 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 69,270 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2008 54,041 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid?

Based on 7,269 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
8,780
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 268
coil spring broken 175
position lamp(s) not working 116
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 100
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 100
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SC05 NCO is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 105,027 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 268 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SC05 NCO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SC05 NCO registered?

SC05 NCO is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is SC05 NCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC05 NCO shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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