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YE55 VSG

2005 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

93,071 mi
Last recorded93,071 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2014
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE55 VSG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2014 93,071 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 85,364 miles

advise slight play in nearside front stering arm

Pass 6 Nov 2012 75,794 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

advise engine light on dash

advise play in nearside front inner steering arm

Pass 10 Oct 2011 61,410 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 55,366 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2009 50,762 miles

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 50,762 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 41,053 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 41,053 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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YE55 VSG is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YE55 VSG, 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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How do I check the history of YE55 VSG?

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What year was YE55 VSG registered?

YE55 VSG is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 7 November 2005.

Is YE55 VSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE55 VSG shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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