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WV55 CKY

2005 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

198,521 mi
Last recorded198,521 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV55 CKY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2016 198,521 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 175,153 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 175,151 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 158,464 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Oct 2013 139,649 miles

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Fail 29 Oct 2013 139,642 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2012 121,191 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 104,860 miles

front inner brake pads worn

Pass 1 Nov 2010 86,568 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 57,507 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 49,773 miles

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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WV55 CKY is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WV55 CKY, 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 WV55 CKY registered?

WV55 CKY is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 7 October 2005.

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