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YD05 LXV

2005 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

125,441 mi
Last recorded125,441 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2013
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD05 LXV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2013 125,441 miles

slight damage to front reg plate

slight oil leak

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Sep 2012 117,258 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise nearside front offside front brake discs worn

advise side sill covers fitted

Fail 10 Sep 2012 117,258 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise nearside front offside front brake discs worn

advise side sill covers fitted

Pass 2 Sep 2011 111,039 miles

N/S/F Disc Wearing Thin

N/S/R Disc Weering Thin

O/S/F Disc Wearing Thin

O/S/R Disc Wearing Thin

Pass 23 Aug 2010 97,689 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 80,241 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 80,241 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 53,495 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

rear tyres starting to wear abnormal on inner edge

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 LXV is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 YD05 LXV, 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 LXV registered?

YD05 LXV is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is YD05 LXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD05 LXV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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