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YB05 DVM

2005 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

173,493 mi
Last recorded173,493 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2015
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB05 DVM
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2015 173,493 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 173,493 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 171,456 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 131,438 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 96,542 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 80,125 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 80,125 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2008 54,741 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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YB05 DVM is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YB05 DVM, 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 YB05 DVM registered?

YB05 DVM is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is YB05 DVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB05 DVM shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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