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WV55 KJJ

2005 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

56,497 mi
Last recorded56,497 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2012
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV55 KJJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2012 56,497 miles

note plastic trim fitted to wheel arches sills and underside of vehicle unable to fully check

ware in both front discs

Fail 7 Nov 2012 148,652 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

note plastic trim fitted to wheel arches sills and underside of vehicle unable to fully check

ware in both front discs

Fail 9 May 2012 133,323 miles

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

Sill covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 9 May 2012 133,323 miles

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

Sill covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Nov 2011 119,304 miles

plastic trim fitted to sills wheel arches and underside of vehicle unable to fully inspect

Fail 3 Nov 2011 119,285 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

plastic trim fitted to sills wheel arches and underside of vehicle unable to fully inspect

Pass 9 Dec 2010 88,911 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 53,445 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2008 34,620 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2008 34,620 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

brake fliud level low

cut in o/s/f tyre side wall

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 KJJ is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KJJ, 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

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What year was WV55 KJJ registered?

WV55 KJJ is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is WV55 KJJ safe to buy?

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