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YD05 LWY

2005 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

148,825 mi
Last recorded148,825 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD05 LWY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2017 148,825 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 131,688 miles

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

n/s/f tyre worn and damaged in sidewall

Fail 27 Sep 2016 131,686 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter housing (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) steering rack end (2.2.A.1b)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

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

n/s/f tyre worn and damaged in sidewall

Pass 18 Sep 2015 113,287 miles

front brake discs worn

n/s/f tyre worn on edge

Fail 18 Sep 2015 113,284 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) rack end (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

front brake discs worn

n/s/f tyre worn on edge

Pass 26 Sep 2014 98,975 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Sep 2013 86,440 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 75,057 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 63,805 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 49,784 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 39,036 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 28,609 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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YD05 LWY is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YD05 LWY, 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 YD05 LWY registered?

YD05 LWY is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 March 2005.

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