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YD05 LXC

2005 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

119,068 mi
Last recorded119,068 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD05 LXC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2021 119,068 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 115,261 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flex (6.1.2 (a))

slight play

Pass 28 Mar 2019 113,048 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 30 Mar 2018 110,503 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2017 107,518 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 27 Mar 2017 107,508 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Apr 2016 103,317 miles

play in steering rack inner joints

Fail 29 Mar 2016 103,304 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

play in steering rack inner joints

Pass 3 Apr 2015 99,995 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 95,684 miles

engine mil light on

Pass 5 Apr 2013 91,585 miles

engine mil light on

Pass 31 Mar 2012 86,893 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 75,205 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2010 65,739 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 56,869 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 34,837 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 LXC is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LXC, 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 YD05 LXC registered?

YD05 LXC is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is YD05 LXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD05 LXC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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