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YC05 VSF

2005 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

165,452 mi
Last recorded165,452 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2015
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC05 VSF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2015 165,452 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

fuel filter corroded

o/s/r tyre cracking no corrdes exposed

oil leak

Fail 31 Aug 2015 165,332 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

fuel filter corroded

o/s/r tyre cracking no corrdes exposed

oil leak

Fail 11 Aug 2015 164,790 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

engine management light on

fuel filter corroded

Pass 11 Aug 2014 145,565 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 119,036 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 84,523 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 75,292 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 75,272 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 62,697 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 47,453 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 25,027 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 May 2008 25,027 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 24,516 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 VSF is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 YC05 VSF, 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 VSF registered?

YC05 VSF is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 April 2005.

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The MOT history for YC05 VSF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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