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WU05 VCV

2005 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

113,842 mi
Last recorded113,842 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU05 VCV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 113,842 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner bald (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner bald (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Jul 2026 113,842 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam bulb not fitted correctly (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner bald (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner bald (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2025 102,892 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 102,457 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 101,213 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 100,299 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 99,676 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Mar 2021 99,675 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 99,029 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 1 Mar 2019 96,681 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 95,256 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 93,647 miles

both rear tyres mis-shapped

Pass 3 Mar 2016 87,196 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 81,960 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 75,751 miles

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

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

slight movement in colum adjustment when locked

Fail 26 Feb 2013 69,508 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2013 69,508 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 62,355 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Fail 27 Feb 2012 62,355 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2011 58,087 miles

Nearside Rear 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 10 Mar 2010 52,564 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 40,269 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 29,912 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)

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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WU05 VCV is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 WU05 VCV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WU05 VCV?

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What year was WU05 VCV registered?

WU05 VCV is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is WU05 VCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU05 VCV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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