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AFZ 8236

2005 Saab 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp

Yellow Other 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2022
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

126,821 mi
Last recorded126,821 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp78,788 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFZ 8236
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Linear 150 Bhp
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typeOther
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2020 126,821 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2020 126,794 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 115,670 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp?

Based on 5,198 MOT tests across 371 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
6,129
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
371
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 184
coil spring broken 106
position lamp(s) not working 102
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 92
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 70
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AFZ 8236 is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp in Yellow with a 2,000cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Saab 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 78,788 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 Linear 150 Bhp fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AFZ 8236, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Saab 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AFZ 8236 registered?

AFZ 8236 is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp, first registered on 5 October 2005.

Is AFZ 8236 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFZ 8236 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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