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WP05 EZX

2005 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

141,924 mi
Last recorded141,924 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP05 EZX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2018 141,924 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 135,783 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 126,807 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 120,660 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

covers fitted to n/s & o/s sills

n/s/r tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 16 Jul 2015 120,660 miles

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

covers fitted to n/s & o/s sills

n/s/r tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 30 Jun 2014 113,103 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

Fail 27 Jun 2014 113,097 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

Pass 26 Jul 2013 109,002 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Jul 2013 109,002 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 May 2012 103,123 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 97,188 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 90,342 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 84,233 miles

Both front tyres on 3mm

Pass 24 Jul 2008 61,570 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 61,570 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?

Based on 2,294,034 MOT tests across 155,316 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
6,682
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
155,316
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 75,543
coil spring broken 47,423
position lamp(s) not working 38,332
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34,513
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WP05 EZX is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2005 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 89,093 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 75,543 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WP05 EZX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Saab 9-3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WP05 EZX registered?

WP05 EZX is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 July 2005.

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