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2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid 8V
MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
176,195 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
front brake discs slightly worn on the inner edge
Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid 8V?
Based on 1,802 MOT tests across 269 vehicles.
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SJ05 EAF is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid 8V in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
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 performed better than the average for its year.
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 SJ05 EAF, 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 SJ05 EAF registered?
SJ05 EAF is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid 8V, first registered on 1 August 2005.
Is SJ05 EAF safe to buy?
The MOT history for SJ05 EAF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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