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X121 KES

2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

55,825 mi
Last recorded55,825 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2013
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp78,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX121 KES
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector 150 Bhp
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2013 55,825 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 12 Jun 2013 55,825 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 4 May 2012 50,589 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 45,731 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jun 2010 38,028 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jun 2009 32,888 miles

Brake pedal operation slightly spongy but efficiencies ok.

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

Pass 13 Jun 2008 27,539 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 26,154 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2008 26,154 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp?

Based on 6,808 MOT tests across 533 vehicles.

75.7%
Pass Rate
5,410
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
533
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 166
position lamp(s) not working 115
coil spring broken 110
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 98
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 64
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X121 KES is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 78,818 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 166 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X121 KES, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X121 KES registered?

X121 KES is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp, first registered on 14 February 2005.

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