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WU55 YLZ

2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid

Black Petrol 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

149,109 mi
Last recorded149,109 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid105,027 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU55 YLZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector Sport Tid
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2015 149,109 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 128,362 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 111,805 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 98,740 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 85,033 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 78,869 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

Fail 20 Nov 2010 78,788 miles

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2009 64,695 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 53,985 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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WU55 YLZ is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid in Black with a 1,910cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WU55 YLZ, 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 WU55 YLZ registered?

WU55 YLZ is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid, first registered on 22 November 2005.

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