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YC05 VRV

2005 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

107,560 mi
Last recorded107,560 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC05 VRV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2025 107,560 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 105,884 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 102,512 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 100,614 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Coil spring seat (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Coil spring seat (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & outer (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 97,587 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & Outer (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 95,071 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 90,986 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 88,059 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 86,118 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 82,788 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 79,453 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 74,851 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 69,114 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 64,726 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 59,471 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 56,651 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 49,996 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 42,179 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 41,933 miles

n/s/r tyre tread cracking

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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YC05 VRV is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YC05 VRV, 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 YC05 VRV registered?

YC05 VRV is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 22 April 2005.

Is YC05 VRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC05 VRV shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YC05 VRV have outstanding finance?

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