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VA54 GMZ

2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid

Black Petrol 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

178,837 mi
Last recorded178,837 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2013
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid105,027 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA54 GMZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector Sport Tid
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 30 Oct 2013 178,837 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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Pass 30 Oct 2013 178,837 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

presenter adviced

Pass 31 Oct 2012 170,631 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear brake discs coorroded

Pass 27 Oct 2011 163,834 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside rear wheel bolt missing.(1 of 5)

Pass 18 May 2010 148,429 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2009 137,550 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 123,008 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jan 2008 123,008 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

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

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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VA54 GMZ is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid in Black with a 1,910cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VA54 GMZ, 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.

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What year was VA54 GMZ registered?

VA54 GMZ is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid, first registered on 2 February 2005.

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