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HY05 ZBL

2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

82,699 mi
Last recorded82,699 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a73,090 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY05 ZBL
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 82,699 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 May 2024 69,863 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear indicators (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 67,019 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Dec 2022 67,019 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 6 Oct 2021 61,875 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2021 61,873 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 59,911 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 57,035 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 10 Jul 2019 57,021 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Power steering component fouling pipe on rubbing on steering rack (2.1.5 (e) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 53,619 miles

nearside front tyre worn on inside edge and cracks on inner sidewall

offside front tyre worn on outside edge

Pass 21 Jul 2017 47,200 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 41,795 miles

Stop lamp missing (1.2.1a)

front pads low play in front anti roll links

Pass 14 Mar 2016 43,423 miles

VERY BAD OIL LEAK

Pass 24 Mar 2015 40,474 miles

N/S/F TYRE DAMAGED ON OUTER SIDEWALL AND WEARING ON INNER EDGE

VERY BAD OIL LEAK

Fail 24 Mar 2015 40,474 miles

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

N/S/F TYRE DAMAGED ON OUTER SIDEWALL AND WEARING ON INNER EDGE

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

VERY BAD OIL LEAK

Pass 17 Mar 2014 35,889 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

N/S/R TYRE DAMAGED ON OUTER SIDEWALL

O/S/R TYRE WEARING ON EDGES

Pass 20 Mar 2013 31,759 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES WEARING ON EDGES

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Mar 2012 29,080 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 21 Mar 2011 27,057 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 24,810 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 23 Mar 2009 19,379 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 16,662 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a?

Based on 2,274 MOT tests across 163 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
4,822
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
163
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 42
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 39
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 28
position lamp(s) not working 24
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HY05 ZBL is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 73,090 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HY05 ZBL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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HY05 ZBL is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a, first registered on 30 March 2005.

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