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YU05 ZZH

2005 Saab 9-3

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

122,138 mi
Last recorded122,138 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2020
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-389,093 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU05 ZZH
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2020 122,138 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2019 116,615 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 110,435 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 103,885 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 103,885 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 91,803 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 76,614 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 76,612 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2014 62,012 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 54,714 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 48,953 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 16 May 2011 44,240 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 May 2010 39,950 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 32,294 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 21,469 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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YU05 ZZH is a 2005 Saab 9-3 in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YU05 ZZH, 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 YU05 ZZH registered?

YU05 ZZH is a 2005 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is YU05 ZZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YU05 ZZH shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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