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YE55 VSP

2005 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

169,354 mi
Last recorded169,354 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE55 VSP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2018 169,354 miles

Front 2 x tyres 205 series....2 x rear tyres 215 series....

Offside Rear brake slightly binding....

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin cannot see inner pads....outer aprox' 2mm.... (3.5.1g)

Fail 19 Apr 2018 169,344 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. note; nearside=215/55/16....offside=205/50/16.... (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt 2 x covers.... (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively totaly deteriorated.... (8.2.2)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. note; nearside=205/50/16....offside=215/55/16.... (4.1.A.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working 2 x lamps inop' .... (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear brake slightly binding....

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin cannot see inner pads....outer aprox' 2mm.... (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 May 2016 160,684 miles

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 5 May 2016 160,681 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure distorted wear.... (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner shoulder split to cordes....215/45/17.. (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 155,228 miles

Both rear tyres incorrect sizes

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

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

Fail 29 Apr 2015 155,224 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

o/s/f tyre worn on shoulders

Fail 7 Apr 2015 155,209 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 139,478 miles

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

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

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

engine management light on

Pass 2 Jan 2013 128,274 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Dec 2011 115,936 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

rear discs wearing thin

Pass 31 Dec 2010 102,470 miles

e m light on

slight wear both side top suspension arms

Pass 4 Jan 2010 89,169 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 66,747 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
Full Saab 9-3 reliability report

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YE55 VSP is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VSP, 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 YE55 VSP registered?

YE55 VSP is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 24 November 2005.

Is YE55 VSP safe to buy?

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