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YC55 SZR

2005 Saab 9-3

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

104,405 mi
Last recorded104,405 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC55 SZR
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2016 104,405 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 96,339 miles

osf wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

osr wheel rim slightly buckled

Pass 4 Oct 2014 91,472 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Sill covers fitted

Fail 3 Oct 2014 91,472 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Sill covers fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2013 86,894 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres have cracks appering in tread area

Pass 3 Oct 2012 82,832 miles

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

both front tyres worn

cracking starting to appear in nearside rear tyre tread area

Pass 30 Sep 2011 77,520 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 70,035 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Fail 21 Sep 2010 70,035 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 62,397 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 62,397 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2008 48,885 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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YC55 SZR is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 YC55 SZR, 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 YC55 SZR registered?

YC55 SZR is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 26 October 2005.

Is YC55 SZR safe to buy?

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