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YD05 SFV

2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid 8V

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

90,692 mi
Last recorded90,692 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid 8V93,853 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD05 SFV
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector Sport Tid 8V
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2017 90,692 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 87,990 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2015 83,776 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2015 83,776 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 80,604 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 73,468 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 69,380 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 66,632 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 59,361 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 54,642 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 45,563 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid 8V?

Based on 1,802 MOT tests across 269 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
8,731
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
269
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 54
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34
coil spring broken 34
position lamp(s) not working 24
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21
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YD05 SFV is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid 8V in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid 8V models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 93,853 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid 8V fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 54 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YD05 SFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid 8V typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid 8V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YD05 SFV registered?

YD05 SFV is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid 8V, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is YD05 SFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD05 SFV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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