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SD55 CXS

2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

84,903 mi
Last recorded84,903 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
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

RegistrationSD55 CXS
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 84,903 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and covered in underseal (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 11 May 2026 84,890 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced structure next to nearside front sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and covered in underseal (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 May 2025 84,770 miles

Offside rear light outer case broken Both front headlight slightly discoloured but still fully functional Vehicle covered under seal underneath

Pass 15 Nov 2023 83,890 miles

Chassis corroded nearside and offside front and rear

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 82,877 miles

Chassis corroded nearside and offside front and rear

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 81,755 miles

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

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

fuel filter corroded

Pass 13 Nov 2020 79,918 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both inner sills slightly corroded

Pass 29 May 2019 78,243 miles

front cross member slightly corroded

front exhaust flexi slightly worn

minor oil leaks from engine

Pass 25 May 2018 76,863 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

chassis corroded nearside and offside front and rear

Pass 2 Sep 2016 75,484 miles

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)

Fail 2 Sep 2016 75,484 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 74,065 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 69,216 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 61,322 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 54,192 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 45,960 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2010 36,749 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 25,354 miles

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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SD55 CXS is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SD55 CXS, 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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What year was SD55 CXS registered?

SD55 CXS is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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